All of the following may contribute to an older patient ...

[Mr3Hunna]

All of the following may contribute to an older patient complaining of constipation except..
 
  a. decreased thirst mechanism
  b. changes in peristalsis with age
  c. lack of fiber in diet
  d. increased physical activity

Question 2

The nurse learns that a patient of the Jewish faith does not eat certain types of foods and fasts on religious holidays. What should the nurse do to ensure that this patient's needs are met?
 
  1. Report the patient's needs to the oncoming nurse.
  2. Document the patient's preferences on the assessment form.
  3. Talk with the dietitian to obtain food preferences for the patient's meals.
  4. Explain to the patient that eating is needed to maintain nutritional status.

[lin77x]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: The nurse needs to do more than report the patient's needs to the oncoming nurse.

[Mr3Hunna]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[kthug]

Excellent