A patient who has been immobile since sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident complains of constipation.The nurse encourages him to consume 8 to 10 eight-ounce glasses of fluid daily.Which fluids should the patient avoid because of the diuretic effect? Select all that apply.

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Coffee,tea,and caffeine-containing sodas should be avoided because caffeine promotes diuresis,placing the patient at further risk for constipation.Water is the preferred fluid; however,fruit juices and decaffeinated sodas are also acceptable.

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