A patient suddenly develops right lower-quadrant pain,nausea,vomiting,and rebound tenderness.How should the nurse classify this patient's pain?

A) Acute
B) Chronic
C) Intractable
D) Neuropathic

Rebound Tenderness

A clinical sign indicating irritation of the peritoneum, where pain increases after pressure is abruptly released during a physical examination.

Right Lower-Quadrant Pain

Discomfort or pain located in the lower right section of the abdomen, which could indicate conditions like appendicitis.

Acute

Describing a condition or disease that has a sudden onset, sharp rise, and typically a short duration.