Author Question: A nurse teaches a health education class for older adults about constipation. Which of the following ... (Read 46 times)

futuristic · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A nurse teaches a health education class for older adults about constipation. Which of the following points should the nurse stress?

A) Older adults who do not have a daily bowel movement should use a laxative.
B) Older adults should limit their intake of high-fiber foods because of a risk of lactose intolerance.
C) If older adults need a medication to promote bowel regularity, a laxative or enema should be given.
D) If older adults need a medication to promote bowel regularity, a bulk-forming agent is needed daily.

Question 2

A nurse teaches older adults about nutrition. Which of the following statements shows the nurse that the older adult requires further teaching?

A) Alcohol intake will interfere with absorption of B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.
B) Certain 'fluid' pills can decrease the potassium level in my blood.
C) Anticholinergic medications can cause my intestines to work slower.
D) My over-the-counter beta-carotene pill is appropriate for long-term use.

dmurph1496 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
A bulk-forming agent is least likely to have detrimental effects; providing fluid intake is adequate, if a medication is needed to promote regular bowel elimination. If at all possible, older adults should avoid laxatives. Older adults should include several portions of high-fiber foods in their daily diet.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Long-term beta-carotene use can cause vitamin E deficiency. Paralytic ileus can occur with anticholinergic medication. Nutritional supplements and herbal preparations can affect nutrients. Alcohol interferes with the absorption of B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.