Which instructions should be included in the teaching plan for a client being discharged after the resolution of a mechanical obstruction resulting from fecal impaction?
A. "Eat a high-fiber diet and drink plenty of fluids."
B. "Make a weekly appointment for disimpaction."
C. "Take any over-the-counter laxative to prevent constipation."
D. "Give yourself a Fleet enema if you are unable to have a bowel movement."
A
To prevent recurrence, the nurse, in conjunction with the dietician, advises the client to eat a diet high in fiber and to drink a minimum of 24 ounces of water daily, unless contraindicated. The health care provider may order a bulk-forming laxative, but excessive use of laxatives should be avoided.
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