You Report to the Nurse That a Resident Is Complaining

question 8

Multiple Choice

You report to the nurse that a resident is complaining of constipation.The nurse holds a care conference to discuss the person's care plan.The following measures are discussed.Which will not relieve constipation?

• A)Increasing the person's fluid intake
• B)Encouraging the person to walk more
• C)Offering the person tea and prune juice at breakfast
• D)Doing a digital rectal examination

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