Which factors place the patient at risk for constipation? Select all that apply.

A) Sedentary lifestyle
B) High-dose calcium therapy
C) Lactose intolerance
D) Spicy food consumption

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Which factors place the patient at risk for constipation? Select all that apply.A)  Sedentary lifestyleB)  High-dose calcium therapyC)  Lactose intoleranceD)  Spicy food consumption

Jacqueline Lopez · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A,B , Explanation :  Physical activity stimulates peristalsis and bowel elimination.Therefore,those with a sedentary lifestyle commonly experience constipation.High-dose calcium therapy also predisposes a patient to constipation.Lactose intolerance and spicy food consumption are associated with a nursing diagnosis of diarrhea,not constipation.

Which factors place the patient at risk for constipation? Select all that apply.

A) Sedentary lifestyle
B) High-dose calcium therapy
C) Lactose intolerance
D) Spicy food consumption

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