What nursing diagnosis should the nurse select as appropriate to address bowel evacuation for a client who is on bed rest?

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The nurse should select constipation as the appropriate nursing diagnosis as a client who is on bed rest is at higher risk for constipation due to limited physical activity and slow peristalsis. Bowel incontinence and diarrhea are not appropriate as the client is not exhibiting those symptoms. Disturbed body image is not related to bowel evacuation.

What Nursing Diagnosis Should the Nurse Select as Appropriate to Address