RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a prescription for a bowel-training program following a spinal cord injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Explanation & Rationale
A. A warm, not cold, drink may help stimulate bowel activity. Cold drinks can cause cramping and may not be effective. B. A cathartic suppository (e.g., bisacodyl) stimulates peristalsis and should be given 30 minutes before scheduled defecation to promote bowel evacuation. C. Whole grains, not refined grains, should be encouraged to increase fiber intake and promote bowel regularity. D. A higher fluid intake (at least 2,000-3,000 mL/day) is encouraged to prevent constipation, not a restricted intake of 1,500 mL.
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