The nurse calls the provider with this report:

“Hi, Dr. Smith, the patient Mrs. Welch is complaining of an 8/10 pain in her lower abdomen. Her abdomen is distended but is soft with positive bowel sounds in all four quadrants. I have tried ambulation, warm compresses, and position changes, to no avail. Could you please come assess her?”

Which component of SBAR communication does the nurse need to elaborate for this patient?

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