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kaid0807

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on: Jul 22, 2018
When educating an elderly patient on the prevention of constipation, the nurse should provide which of the following educational interventions?
 
  A) Drink three glasses of milk per day
  B) Eat six servings of bread or pasta
  C) Consume antacids to decrease reflux
  D) Increase intake of fresh vegetables

Question 2

Which of the following factors is related to developmental changes in bowel habits for elderly patients?
 
  A) Increase in dietary fiber can decrease peristalsis
  B) Milk products cause constipation in lactose intolerance patients
  C) Weakened pelvic muscles lead to constipation
  D) The elderly should peel fruits before eating


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ebe

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


kaid0807

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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