The nursing diagnosis of constipation related to compression of the intestinal tract has been identified in a pt with polycystic kidney disease. which nursing care action should you delegate to a newly-trained LPN?
a. instruction the pt about foods that are high in fiber
b. teaching the pt about foods that assist in promoting bowel regularity
c. assessing the pt for previous bowel problems and bowel routine
d. administering decussate sodium (Colace) 100 mg by mouth twice a day
Answer: d. administering decussate sodium (Colace) 100 mg by mouth twice a day
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