Mr. Jones is a 40-year-old disabled man who lives alone since his wife died six months ago. Which factors would the nurse consider place Mr. Jones at risk for developing constipation?
a. his age c. that he is disabled
b. that he lives alone d. that his wife died so recently
ANS: B, C, D
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Correct b.,c., and d. are factors that would affect the client's activity and eating habits combined with the emotional impact (depression) of living alone and grieving for the loss of his wife.
Incorrect a. is incorrect, as his age does not place him at risk for constipation.
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