An older client tells the nurse that in order to have a daily bowel movement,the client uses laxatives most days of the week.What should the nurse tell this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
A)Normal patterns of elimination are different for everyone.
B)Increase fiber intake to 20-35 grams a day.
C)Engage in enjoyable exercise.
D)Ignore the urge to have a bowel movement.
E)Drink six to eight glasses of fluid daily.

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Normal bowel patterns vary among individuals, increasing fiber and fluid intake can promote regular bowel movements, and exercise can help stimulate bowel function. Ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement is not recommended.

An Older Client Tells the Nurse That in Order to Have