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nummyann

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What does the nurse expect will occur in a patient as a result of decreased fluid intake? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Fluid will be withdrawn from the stool
  b. The stool becomes hard and dry
  c. Less mucus is formed in the colon
  d. Lumen of bowel constricts because of smaller bulk
  e. Peristalsis slows

Question 2

What influences regular bowel patterns? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Level of activity
  b. Diet
  c. Medication
  d. Fluid intake
  e. Lifestyle



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C
Inadequate fluid intake causes fluid to be withdrawn from the stool for the body's fluid needs, making the stool dry and hard. There is less mucus in the bowel from age-related changes and diminished mucus production because of decreased fluid. Slowed peristalsis is not related to fluid intake. Lumen of the bowel does not constrict because of smaller bulk.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D, E
Medications frequently disrupt normal bowel elimination patterns.




nummyann

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help


ghepp

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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