Which Statement by the Patient Would Indicate a Need for Further

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the patient would indicate a need for further instruction regarding prevention of constipation?

• A) "I eat bran flakes or oatmeal every day to add bulk to my diet."
• B) "Since I started eating three servings of fruit a day, I haven't been constipated."
• C) "I'm never constipated. I take a gentle laxative every night."
• D) "My daily walks have kept my bowels working regularly."

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