A nurse is receiving a patient from the emergency room. To assess whether a client is having symptoms of abdominal problems, which symptom would the nurse ask the patient? For each data collection, choose whether the assessment is essential or non-essential.

Indigestion: This is a common symptom related to abdominal issues, and the nurse should assess it. Nausea: Often indicates gastrointestinal distress and is important to evaluate. Vomiting: A critical symptom that can signify a range of abdominal problems and warrants further assessment. Non-essential: Leg pain: Not typically associated with abdominal problems, making it non-essential for this assessment. Headache: While it can be related to many conditions, it is not directly tied to abdominal problems. Pruritus of the skin: Generally unrelated to abdominal symptoms, making it non-essential for this specific assessment.