Question

a nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who has constipation. which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? \drink a minimum of 1,000 milliliters of fluid daily.\ \increase your intake of refined - fiber foods.\ \sit on the toilet 30 minutes after eating a meal.\ \take a laxative every day to maintain regularity.\

Explanation:

• Adequate fluid intake helps soften stools. Adults should drink at least 1500 - 2000 milliliters daily, so 1000 milliliters is not enough.
• Refined - fiber foods are low in fiber and do not help with constipation. High - fiber foods are recommended.
• Sitting on the toilet 30 minutes after a meal can take advantage of the gastrocolic reflex, which can stimulate bowel movements.
• Taking a laxative every day can lead to dependence and other problems and is not a long - term solution for maintaining regularity.

Answer:

"Sit on the toilet 30 minutes after eating a meal"