A Nurse Is Assisting a Client with a Neurologic Deficit

question 13

Multiple Choice

A nurse is assisting a client with a neurologic deficit to have a bowel movement. Which of the following nursing actions increases peristalsis and encourages defecation?

• A) Help the client to the bathroom at a particular time each day.
• B) Administer a low-volume enema each day at the same time.
• C) Encourage liquids throughout the day.
• D) Encourage a high-fiber diet.

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