The nurse is assessing an older client for constipation. The client says, "I have difficulty moving my bowels about half the time." The nurse recognizes that a symptom of constipation is straining to pass stools at least _____% of the time
What will be an ideal response?
Correct Answer: 25
Rationale: Straining to pass stools at least 25% of the time is a symptom of constipation.
Global Rationale: Straining to pass stools at least 25% of the time is a symptom of constipation.
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