Problem:
The caretaker of an 81-year-old man has called 911. The patient is being treated for cancer and is taking pain medication regularly to help him cope. He is complaining of acute abdominal pain. EMR Abigail responds to the call, assessing the patient to try to discover what might be wrong. During her full body survey, Abigail notes a firm mass in the patient's LLQ. His caretaker tells Abigail that he has not had a bowel movement in four days. Which of the following questions would Abigail MOST likely ask as a follow-up to this statement?
Has there been a change in his food intake?
Have you noticed any vomiting?
Does he take medication for high blood pressure?
Is there a history of kidney stones?