When educating an older adult client on the prevention of constipation, the nurse should provide which educational intervention?
A) Drink 3 glasses of milk per day.
B) Eat 6 servings of bread or pasta.
C) Consume antacids to decrease reflux.
D) Increase intake of fresh vegetables.
Ans: D
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Educate older adults to recognize that decreased frequency of bowel movements is usually a normal result of aging. Nurses should encourage a change in dietary habits to increase the amount of fluids and high-fiber foods in the diet and to increase activity to prevent constipation.
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