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kellyjaisingh

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse outlines age-related changes that promote constipation in the older adult, which include ___________________ ____________. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. diminished abdominal muscle tone.
  b. reduced activity level.
  c. inadequate fluid intake.
  d. increased dietary fiber.
  e. dependence on laxatives.

Question 2

The nurse encourages fluid intake for the older adult to prevent constipation because if fluid intake is inadequate, constipation occurs because ___________________ ______. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. fluid will be withdrawn from the stool.
  b. 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.


nickk12214

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, E

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C


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