Constipation Flashcards
1
Q
what are s/s of constipation
A
stool hard and dry
2
Q
what causes constipation
A
drugs
immobility
dehydration
location
3
Q
what are diagnostic tests for constipation
A
x-ray
barium enema
4
Q
what are interventions and teachings for constipation
A
hydration
proper nutrition
getting moving
exercise
education about pain meds
take stool softner along with pain meds in hospital and @ home
5
Q
what meds will constipation pts take
A
stool softener
6
Q
when taking stool softener, what should pt drink a lot of
A
water
