A Client Has Occasional Bouts of Constipation,and Asks the Nurse

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client has occasional bouts of constipation,and asks the nurse what can be done to prevent these episodes in the future.What should the nurse instruct the client to do?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A)Establish a regular exercise regimen.
• B)Include high-fiber foods,such as vegetables,fruits,and whole grains,in the diet.
• C)Maintain fluid intake of 2000 to 3000 mL a day.
• D)Do not ignore the urge to defecate.
• E)Use over-the-counter medications to treat constipation.

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Definitions:

CD4

A glycoprotein found on the surface of immune cells such as T helper cells, monocytes, macrophages, and dendritic cells, playing a key role in the immune system’s response to pathogens.

MHC Class II

Proteins found on the surface of certain immune cells that present antigens to the immune system, critical in distinguishing between self and non-self.

MHC Class I

Molecules found on the surface of all nucleated cells that present peptide fragments to immune cells, playing a critical role in the immune response to infections.

T Helper Cells

A kind of T cell crucial to the immune system, it aids in activating B cells for antibody production and enables macrophages to eliminate consumed microorganisms.