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Which is likely to provide the most relief from the pain associated with renal colic? administering meperidine encouraging high fluid intake applying moist heat to the flank area maintaining complete bed rest submit answer?

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The most likely way to relieve renal colic is with meperidine. While applying moist heat and drinking plenty of fluids will help they will not be as effective. Also bed rest may be comforting. Meperidine is likely the most effective treatment.
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