An 80-year-old woman lives with her husband of 50 years. Even though she has a heart condition, she attends an exercise class for seniors twice a week. She and her husband make sure they drink 4 ounces of juice at all three of their daily meals
What factors would place this woman at risk for constipation.
a. her age c. her fluid intake
b. her activity level d. her dietary intake
ANS: A, C
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Correct a. and c.: Gastrointestinal motility decreases with age. People with heart conditions often are fluid-restricted, and 4 ounces of juice three times a day is not a sufficient fluid intake for adequate bowel function.
Incorrect b. and d. are incorrect, as her activity level is great for her age and there is not sufficient information about what her dietary intake is to make this judgment.
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