Mr. Turner has come to the medical office because he has been having pain in his lower abdomen. During the patient interview, which of the following questions would be most appropriate to find out more details about the pain Mr. Turner is having?

A) "Is the pain there all the time?"
B) "Is the pain confined to the lower right quadrant, or does it radiate laterally?"
C) "Does the pain seem sharp or dull?"
D) "Does the pain occur mostly after you eat?"
E) "How would you describe the pain you are having?"

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Lauren McCaul · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : E, Explanation :  Asking Mr. Turner to describe the pain in his own words (option E) is the most open-ended question that allows for a detailed and comprehensive description of his symptoms, which is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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