Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: rectal bleeding and rectal pain, among others.
Taught that abdominal fullness and/or abdominal discomfort may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Taught that decreased appetite, nausea and/or vomiting may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Taught that difficult or infrequent passage of hard, dry stool may constitute as a sign/symptom of constipation.
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: increase fluid intake to at least eight (8) glasses per day, among others.
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating constipation, such as: poor dietary habits and intake of certain medications, among others.
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating constipation, such as: ignoring urges to pass stool and emotional problems, among others.
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating constipation, such as: organic problems, inactivity and chronic use of laxatives and enemas, among others.
Taught that low back pain and headache may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Instructed on the importance of establishing regular times for evacuations.