You are the nurse caring for an elderly patient who has been on a bowel training program due to the neurologic effects of a stroke. In the past several days, the patient has begun exhibiting normal bowel patterns. Once a bowel routine has been well established, you should avoid which of the following?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Use of bedpans should be avoided once a bowel routine has been established. An acceptable alternative to a private bathroom is a padded commode or bedside toilet. Massaging the abdomen from right to left facilitates movement of feces in the lower tract.

You Are the Nurse Caring for an Elderly Patient Who