The nurse is providing home hospice care to a terminal patient. The caregiver states, "My dad has not had a bowel movement in several days. Can you call the doctor for a stool softener?" Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
1) "Constipation is better than diarrhea; count your blessings."
2) "How much is your dad eating?"
3) "Constipation is a common side effect when prescribed narcotics.'
4) "A stool softener is not appropriate; I will ask for a stimulant."
ANS: 3
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