The client complains to the nurse about having continuous diarrhea. The nurse observes that the client has loose, watery, unformed stools. The nurse recognizes that several factors can contribute to diarrhea
Which factors contribute to a client's continuous diarrhea? 1 . Chronic irritation of the colon
2 . Food poisoning
3 . Parasitic infection
4 . Emotional state
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4
A
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Continuing diarrhea suggests chronic irritation of the colon, intestinal infection, food poisoning, or a parasitic infection. The person's emotional state may also affect stool consistency, causing either diarrhea or constipation.
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