Which of the Following Clients Is at Greatest Risk for Developing

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for developing constipation?

• A)An adult who is on bed rest
• B)An infant who is breast-fed
• C)A school-age child at recess
• D)A 2-year-old toddler

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Definitions:

Evolved

The process through which species undergo changes over time, often through genetic variation and natural selection, leading to adaptations and diversity among organisms.

Competitive Exclusion

A principle stating that two species competing for the same resources cannot stably coexist if other ecological factors are constant; one will always outcompete the other.

Paramecium

A genus of unicellular ciliates, commonly studied as a representative of the ciliate group.

Niche Theory

A concept in ecology that describes how an organism fits into its environment, including its role in the ecosystem and interactions with other species.