A patient who has been immobile since sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident reports passing hard stools. The nurse encourages the patient to increase daily fluid intake. Which fluids should the patient avoid because of the diuretic effect? Select all that apply.

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Coffee and tea contain caffeine, which has a diuretic effect, leading to increased urine production and potentially exacerbating dehydration, which can worsen constipation.

A Patient Who Has Been Immobile Since Sustaining Injuries in a Motor