A hospitalized client tells the nurse of the inability to have a bowel movement because "too many people are around." What should the nurse do to promote normal fecal elimination for this client?

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The best way to promote normal fecal elimination for this client is by providing privacy. Therefore, the nurse should assist the client to the bathroom and ensure that the client has adequate privacy to have a bowel movement. Providing a laxative could be helpful, but it does not address the client's concern about privacy. Restricting fluids could lead to dehydration and exacerbate the problem. Assisting with ambulation could be important for overall bowel health, but it does not address the client's current concern.

A Hospitalized Client Tells the Nurse of the Inability to Have