An Elderly Client Has Constipation

question 24

Multiple Choice

An elderly client has constipation. He asks the nurse the reason for this. What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "You could have a serious illness and should check with your doctor."
• B) "You probably drink too much alcohol and end up constipated."
• C) "You probably don't eat enough fiber, so the stool stays in your intestine too long."
• D) "Your large intestine is old and does not work as well as it used to."

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