How can the nursing assistant help residents with constipation problems?

What will be an ideal response?


The nursing assistant can encourage as much activity as possible, encourage the resident to eat a high-roughage diet, allow adequate time for defecation, and administer bowel aids as ordered.

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Chance is an 8 lbs. 7 oz. newborn baby boy who was abandoned by his mother shortly after birth. She left her child in the care of paramedics at the local fire station, as allowed by state law. She declined medical attention for herself and said the infant had been born just several hours earlier. The baby was brought to the hospital for examination. While nothing is known about the mother's

prenatal care or the delivery itself, Chance appears to be very healthy and is feeding well. He will be discharged to Child Protective Services within 24 hours. Dx: Normal newborn, abandoned child First-listed/principal diagnosis: ________ Secondary diagnosis: ________ Fill in the blank with correct word.

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With advances in cosmetic/esthetic dentistry, younger and older generations are making it a priority to do whatever it takes to have the "perfect smile."

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which is the best method for teaching a teenager about an upcoming surgery?

A. Give him a coloring book that shows the procedure. B. Give her a sticker for asking questions. C. Let him hold the stethoscope. D. Include her in discussions and answer her questions.

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