Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant and reports constipation.Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Increased fiber and fluid intake safely relieves constipation in pregnancy by promoting bowel motility. Suppositories (A) and laxatives (D) require provider approval, and posture (B) is unrelated.