The nurse is taking care of a client who states that he ignores the urge to defecate when he is at work.Which response should the nurse make to explain why this practice should be changed?
A)"If you continue to ignore the urge to defecate,the urge is ultimately lost."
B)"It is best to suppress the urge rather than suffer embarrassment at work."
C)"This is a common practice,and it will strengthen the reflex later."
D)"You will get the urge later;don't worry."

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Ignoring the urge to defecate can lead to loss of the urge over time, which can lead to constipation and other complications. It is important to respond to the urge in a timely manner to maintain a healthy bowel routine.

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