Bowel elimination Flashcards
1
Q
Factors affect bowel elimination
A
age : infants / elderly
Defecation habits ( home/ office/ time/ frequency)
Diet
Activity and muscle tone
Psychological conditions (anxiety)
Pathologic conditions
Medication ( laxatives)
Diagnostic procedure ( colonscopy)
Surgery and Anesthesia
2
Q
Medication ( laxatives)
A
Purpose : loosen stools and increase bowel movements
Administer orally or rectally
e.g. Bulk-forming agents / stool softeners / stimulating agents/ lubricant agents
