The Most Effective Intervention to Prevent Constipation in a Patient

question 33

Multiple Choice

The most effective intervention to prevent constipation in a patient who recently suffered a fractured femur and is currently in traction is to:

• A) Get the patient up and to the bathroom at least twice each day.
• B) Administer enemas each day until the patient has a bowel movement.
• C) Administer pain medication to prevent pain during defecation.
• D) Encourage a high-fiber diet and increased amounts of fluids.

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