A client complains of passing hard,pellet-like stools for several weeks and asks the nurse what would cause the condition.The nurse explains that constipation has various possible causes,including:
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Decreased dietary fiber, inadequate fluid intake, and a sedentary lifestyle are common causes of constipation. Pathogens and toxins are less common causes of constipation.

A Client Complains of Passing Hard,pellet-Like Stools for Several Weeks