A client who has a lower motor neuron injury experiences a flaccid bowel elimination pattern. Which action does the nurse implement to assist in relieving this client's constipation?
a. Pouring warm water over the perineum
b. Tapping the abdomen from left to right
c. Administering daily tap water enemas
d. Implementing a consistent daily time for elimination
D
For the client with a lower motor neuron injury, the resulting flaccid bowel may require a bowel program for the client, which includes stool softeners, increased fluid intake, a high-fiber diet, and a consistent elimination time. The other interventions do not assist this client.
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