In addition to teaching a client with constipation to increase dietary fiber intake to 25 g/day, which of the following would the nurse include as important?
A) Avoiding bran cereals and beans in the diet
B) Adding fiber-rich foods to the diet gradually
C) Limiting fluid intake to 5 to 6 glasses per day
D) Minimizing activity levels for at least 2 months
B
Feedback:
The nurse instructs the client to add fiber-rich foods to the diet gradually to avoid bloating, gas, and diarrhea. It is essential for a client to include bran cereals and beans in the diet because they ease defecation. The nurse also instructs the client to increase fluids to 6 to 8 glasses per day to prevent hard, dry stools. The client should also develop a regular exercise program to increase peristalsis and promote bowel elimination.
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