A client tells the nurse, I increased my fiber, but I am very ...

[Mollykgkg]

A client tells the nurse, I increased my fiber, but I am very constipated. What further information does the nurse need to tell the client?
 
  A) Just give it a few more days and you should be fine.
  B) Well, that shouldn't happen. Let me recommend a good laxative for you.
  C) When you increase fiber in your diet, you also need to increase liquids.
  D) I will tell the doctor you are having problems; maybe he can help.

Question 2

A client is on bedrest, and an enema has been ordered. In what position should the nurse position the client?
 
  A) Fowler's
  B) Sims'
  C) Prone
  D) Sitting

[sarah_brady415]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
A combination of high-fiber foods, 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, and exercise has been shown to be as effective as medications in controlling constipation. Caution the client to avoid increasing fiber intake without drinking enough fluids because this can lead to a bowel obstruction.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
A reclining position on the left side (Sims' position) is recommended. The head may be slightly elevated, but Fowler's position should be avoided because the solution will remain in the rectum and expulsion will occur rapidly, resulting in minimal cleansing.

[Mollykgkg]

Thank you!

[sarah_brady415]

Always glad to help...