A 67-year-old patient tells the nurse, "I have problems with constipation now that I am older, so I use a suppository every morning." The most appropriate nursing action at this time is to

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The nurse's initial action should be further assessment of the patient for risk factors for constipation and for usual bowel pattern. The other actions may be appropriate but will be based on the assessment.

A 67-Year-Old Patient Tells the Nurse, "I Have Problems with Constipation