Training Manual, part 4, sections 3 (126kb, pdf)
Training Manual, part 4, sections 3 (126kb, pdf)
Training Manual, part 4, sections 3 (126kb, pdf)
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Constipation: Simple Interventions<br />
• Review medications and use of laxatives<br />
• Recommend at least 6-8 cups of fluid daily<br />
• Recommend a slow but steady increase in dietary<br />
fibre:<br />
-Wholegrain cereals such as porridge, muesli,<br />
All-Bran, Fibre Plus, Just Right, Sultana Bran<br />
-Wholemeal breads or high fibre white bread<br />
-Fruits such as pineapple, apricots, fresh fruit<br />
-Fibrous vegetables, legumes<br />
• Offer hot tea and coffee (caffeine)<br />
• Recommend mobility and activity as tolerated<br />
• Recommend regular toileting<br />
Monitoring: daily fluid and fibre intake<br />
Check outcomes: gradual improvement in<br />
bowel actions (months)?<br />
RM 4.9; OHT 3.11b<br />
Identifying and Planning Assistance for Home-Based People Who are Nutritionally at Risk: A <strong>Training</strong> <strong>Manual</strong> (2001)<br />
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