A client who takes benztropine (Cogentin) has developed constipation. Which interventions should the nurse implement?
A. Instruct the client to administer an enema.
B. Encourage the client to take docusate (Colace) daily.
C. Instruct the client to increase their fluid intake.
D. Encourage the client to walk daily
E. Instruct the client to discontinue their prescription until their bowel function returns to normal.
Answer:
C. Instruct the client to increase their fluid intake.
D. Encourage the client to walk daily
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