Bowel Elimination Chapter 39 Questions and Answers Graded A+

Bowel Elimination Chapter 39 Questions and Answers Graded A+ What are the 3 parts of the small intestine? duodenum, jejunum, ileum What is the first part of the large intestine? the cecum What part of the colon empties the into the rectum? the sigmoid colon How is stool formed? through the absorption of water (1.5L) What is the valsalva maneuver? the action of bearing down, HR decreases What is the average amount people have BM's? 2-3 times a week Breast-fed infants pass how many stools daily? 2-10 Bottle-fed infants pass how many stools daily? 1-2 How do you manage constipation? dietary manipulation, increased fiber and fluids Age related changes: Slowing of GI motility w/ increased stomach emptying time How do you manage this? -DISCOURAGE heavy activity after eating -ENCOURAGE high fiber, low fat diet -DISCOURAGE regular use of laxatives -ENCOURAGE adequate fluid intake Develop a routine to move bowels Age related changes: Decreased muscle tone How do you manage this? -provide easy access to BR -encourage participation in a bowel retraining program Age related changes: Weakening of intestinal walls- diverticulitis How do you manage this? -encourage high fiber diet + adequate fluid intake -Teach pts not to ignore the urge to have a BM - encourage regular exercise How many grams is in a high fiber diet? 25-38g Daily fluid intake should be..? at least 2,000mL What are high fiber foods? Whole grains and bran, dried peas and beans, and fresh fruit and vegetables. Regular exercise improves? GI motility and muscle tone What is bismuth subsalicylate used for? treat