A client presents a colicky type of flank pain that radiates into the groin. On assessment, the nurse finds edema and distention of the renal pelvis in the client, caused by the build-up of urine. Which conditions is the client at a risk of developing if he or she continues to suffer from edema and distention of the renal pelvis for a prolonged period of time?

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Prolonged edema and distention of the renal pelvis can lead to compression of the kidney tissue, which can cause damage to the renal parenchyma and compromise renal function. Ischemia can also occur due to impaired blood flow to the affected area, leading to tissue damage and renal failure. Hematuria, crystalluria, and pleural effusion are not directly associated with edema and distention of the renal pelvis.

A Client Presents a Colicky Type of Flank Pain That