Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing depression, such as: encourage patient to set realistic goals and recognize and praise even minor accomplishments, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing depression, such as: encourage verbalization of feelings and allow patient some degree of control, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing depression, such as: allow time for responses and encourage patient to make decisions, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing depression, such as: encourage patient to become involved in prior interests and activities, among others.
Taught that low back pain and rectal pressure may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: eat a diet high in fiber and exercise regularly, as directed by MD.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: avoid/decrease intake of foods with white sugar, pasta, pastries, cheese and rice.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: establish regular times for evacuations (usually after a meal) and drink a warm liquid one-half hour before breakfast to stimulate bowel movement, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: avoid laxative and enema abuse, among others.
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: stool impaction (liquid bowel movement may ooze around hard stool in the colon).