The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client prescribed an opioid medication.What should the nurse suggest to decrease the risk of constipation with this medication?

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Opioid medications can cause constipation by slowing down the movement of the digestive tract. Increasing fluid intake can help soften stools and make them easier to pass, reducing the risk of constipation. Antihistamines are not effective in preventing constipation caused by opioids, while assessing respiratory and heart rates are important for monitoring potential adverse effects of opioids but do not directly address constipation.

The Nurse Is Providing Discharge Instructions to a Client Prescribed