Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client who has chronic pain about avoiding constipation from opioid medications. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Increase exercise activity. Exercise helps stimulate bowel movements and can prevent constipation caused by opioid medications. By increasing physical activity, the client can improve bowel motility and prevent constipation.
A: Drinking 1.5 L of fluids is important but not directly related to preventing constipation from opioids.
B: Taking mineral oil can interfere with nutrient absorption and is not recommended for long-term use.
C: Decreasing insoluble fiber intake can worsen constipation as fiber helps promote bowel movements.
In summary, increasing exercise activity is the most effective way to prevent constipation in clients taking opioids.
A: Drinking 1.5 L of fluids is important but not directly related to preventing constipation from opioids.
B: Taking mineral oil can interfere with nutrient absorption and is not recommended for long-term use.
C: Decreasing insoluble fiber intake can worsen constipation as fiber helps promote bowel movements.
In summary, increasing exercise activity is the most effective way to prevent constipation in clients taking opioids.