The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing constipation. Which client behavior indicates that teaching was effective?
1. The client continues to ask for his pain medication.
2. The client decreases his fluid consumption.
3. The client refuses to eat the bran flakes on his tray.
4. The client walks around the unit several times a day.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Pain medication contributes to constipation, especially those that are opiates.
Rationale 2: Decreasing fluid intake further contributes to constipation.
Rationale 3: Refusing to eat bran flakes would also promote constipation.
Rationale 4: Increased activity such as walking promotes gastric motility, which increases bowel function.
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