Which factor is related to developmental changes in bowel habits for older adult clients?
A) Increase in dietary fiber can decrease peristalsis.
B) Milk products cause constipation in clients with lactose intolerance.
C) Weakened pelvic muscles lead to constipation.
D) Older adults should peel fruits before eating.
Ans: C
Feedback:
Weakened pelvic muscles and decreased activity levels contribute to constipation in older adults. Increasing dietary fiber does not decrease peristalsis. Lactose intolerance is not a developmental change in older adults. Peeling fruit does not impact bowel habits in the older adults.
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