A Client with an Incomplete SCI Is Working on a Bowel

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client with an incomplete SCI is working on a bowel management program. The client is rather upset and states that he cannot meet his friends for social events anymore. Why would the client be feeling this way?

• A) He fears that his bowel management program takes too much time.
• B) He is unsure if his favorite locations have accessible restrooms.
• C) He is afraid of an episode of incontinence.
• D) He does not like the idea of digital stimulation.

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