The nurse is planning care for the client with chronic pain from herniated intervertebral discs who is also experiencing constipation. Which intervention should the nurse carry out to address constipation?

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A)A client with a herniated intervertebral disc could have problems with constipation because of reduced mobility. Interventions to alleviate and prevent constipation include encouraging fluid intake of 2500-3000 mL each day, encouraging foods high in fiber, and administering stool softeners to clients who cannot tolerate a high-fiber diet. Medicating for pain around the clock should be avoided if possible, because most pain medications have constipation as a side effect.
B)A client with a herniated intervertebral disc could have problems with constipation because of reduced mobility. Interventions to alleviate and prevent constipation include encouraging fluid intake of 2500-3000 mL each day, encouraging foods high in fiber, and administering stool softeners to clients who cannot tolerate a high-fiber diet. Medicating for pain around the clock should be avoided if possible, because most pain medications have constipation as a side effect.
C)A client with a herniated intervertebral disc could have problems with constipation because of reduced mobility. Interventions to alleviate and prevent constipation include encouraging fluid intake of 2500-3000 mL each day, encouraging foods high in fiber, and administering stool softeners to clients who cannot tolerate a high-fiber diet. Medicating for pain around the clock should be avoided if possible, because most pain medications have constipation as a side effect.
D)A client with a herniated intervertebral disc could have problems with constipation because of reduced mobility. Interventions to alleviate and prevent constipation include encouraging fluid intake of 2500-3000 mL each day, encouraging foods high in fiber, and administering stool softeners to clients who cannot tolerate a high-fiber diet. Medicating for pain around the clock should be avoided if possible, because most pain medications have constipation as a side effect.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for the Client with Chronic