Constipation Teaching 820
Constipation
Instructed on the importance of establishing regular times for evacuations.
Last updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: stool impaction (liquid bowel movement may ooze around hard stool in the colon).
SN instructed patient and caregiver on measures to prevent constipation: increasing fluids (prefer approx. 8 glasses of water daily) eating a diet hig...
Taught that abdominal fullness and/or abdominal discomfort may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Instructed in measures to prevent constipation: increasing fluids, eating a diet high in fiber, and avoiding foods with sugars (pasta, pastries, chees...
Taught that low back pain and rectal pressure may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.