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JMatthes

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The nurse recognizes a need for instruction about prevention of constipation when the patient says:
 
  a. I eat bran flakes or oatmeal every day to add bulk to my diet.
  b. Since I started eating three servings of fruit a day, I have not been constipated.
  c. I never am constipated. I take a gentle laxative every night.
  d. My daily walks have kept my bowels working regularly.

Question 2

The nurse explains that the urge to defecate (defecation reflex) can be destroyed by:
 
  a. frequent episodes of diarrhea.
  b. long-term use of vitamin A and vitamin B complex.
  c. repeatedly ignoring the urge.
  d. excessive fiber and bulk in the diet.


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heyhey123

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

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


JMatthes

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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