Which are symptoms of constipation? (select all that apply)

a. Having less than one bowel movement a day.
b. Stools that is harder than normal.
c. Sudden increase in frequency of bowel movements.
d. Bowels that feel full after a bowel movement.
e. Sensation of feeling bloated.
f. Coffee-ground appearance of stools.


ANS: B, D, E

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1. 5 5/8 2. 4 5/8 3. 4 3/8 4. 5 3/8

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What will be an ideal response?

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