In the nursing care plan for constipation, the nurse should have an intervention that addresses the number of grams of cellulose that are needed for normal bowel function. How many grams should be in the daily diet?
A) 20–30 g
B) 40–50 g
C) 60–70 g
D) >80g
Ans: A
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A person who consumes approximately 20 to 30 grams of dietary fiber from fruits, vegetables, and grains will most likely have sufficient bulk in the stools to allow for easy defecation.
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