Chronic constipation Flashcards
1
Q
What are the features of constipation?
A
Infrequent Hard stool Painful Poor appetite Irritable Lack of energy Abdo pain or distension Withholding or straining Diarrhoea
2
Q
What are the causes of constipation?
A
Social- poor diet, potty training, school
Physical- intercurrent illness, medication
FH
Psych
Organic
3
Q
What is the treatment of constipation?
A
Explanation Diet Reduce adverse factors Reward good behaviour Soften stool and stimulate defaecation
4
Q
What are the dietary changes in treatment go constipation?
A
Increase fibre, fruit and veg, and fluid
Decrease milk
5
Q
What laxatives can be used?
A
Osmotic
STimulate
Isotonic
6
Q
What is the treatment of faecal impaction?
A
Empty impacted rectum
Empty colon
Maintain regular stool passage
Slow weaning off treatment
