NUR 3029

Adult Health Study Guide Exam 3.Dr. Thomas-Study Guide Exam 3 70 Questions I. Bowel Elimination (Chapter 47) (3 questions) A. Factors Affecting Bowel Elimination 1. Age a. Infants have smaller stomach capacity, less secretion of digestive enzymes, and more rapid intestinal peristalsis b. Older adults may have decreased chewing ability, declined peristalsis, slowing of esophageal emptying, poor absorption 2. Diet a. Fiber provides bulk in the fecal material 3. Fluid Intake a. Inadequa...