An adult patient has been diagnosed with diverticular disease after ongoing challenges with constipation. The patient will be treated on an outpatient basis. What components of treatment should the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply
A) Anticholinergic medications
B) Increased fiber intake
C) Enemas on alternating days
D) Reduced fat intake
E) Fluid reduction
Ans: B, D
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Patients whose diverticular disease does not warrant hospital treatment often benefit from a high-fiber, low-fat diet. Neither enemas nor anticholinergics are indicated, and fluid intake is encouraged.
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