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captainjonesify · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A patient is complaining of constipation. What teaching should the nurse plan to provide? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Avoid vigorous exercise.
B.
Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water each day.
C.
Don't strain to move your bowels.
D.
Eat small, frequent meals.
E.
Increase your fiber intake.

Question 2

A nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to a pregnant woman regarding normal changes in the nose and nasal passages. What information should the nurse provide? (Select all that apply.)

A.
Blow your nose gently.
B.
Dry mucous membranes cause bleeding.
C.
Increase your fluid intake.
D.
Stuffiness is common.
E.
Use decongestant spray.

nital · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, E
Constipation is a common problem in pregnant women. Nurses should advise women to drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, avoid straining to have a bowel movement, and increase their fiber intake. Exercise is important to prevent constipation. Small, frequent meals are not related.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
Nasal stuffiness and congestion are common complaints in pregnancy. Increased fluid intake can help thin the mucus and mobilize it. Decongestant sprays should be avoided due to the rebound effect. Blowing the nose gently can help prevent nosebleeds that are common due to nasal edema.