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Why do you think Mr. Feet may have constipation?

-Mr. Feet may have constipation because as mentioned above Constipation can be
categorized into 3 different types. Functional constipation, which is related to diet,
hydration and level activity. Slow-transit constipation is caused by decreased motility in
gastrointestinal track. Pelvic floor dysfunction is associated with the inability to control
the muscles of the anal sphincter. In the case of Mr. Feet with an age of 84 years old
and currently experiencing a back pain that prevents him from doing his daily activities.
We can now identify that functional constipation related to level of activity is one of the
cause of constipation of Mr. Feet. Plus the drug Co-dydramol that the physician
prescribed for him 10 days ago for his back pain that can cause constipation. 

- What sort of laxative do you think Mrs. Feet has been taking? Is this
sort of laxative suitable for Mr. Feet? Explain your answer.
- I think it is Stimulant laxative it can be used to treat constipation. They can be one of
the faster acting types of laxative. Stimulant laxatives work by stimulating intestinal
motility and secretion of water into the bowel. Stimulant laxatives generally take 6 to 12
hours to take effect and may cause abdominal cramping and diarrhea. I think Stimulant
laxative may help Mr. Feet from his constipation as Stimulant laxatives work, for many
people, as an effective treatment for constipation. These laxatives function by causing
the intestinal muscles to rhythmically contract and help push out, or “stimulate” a bowel
movement. 

- What lifestyle changes would you recommend Mr. Feet should take?
Create a teaching plan that would address your intended lifestyle
modification for Mr. Feet.
-Mr. Feet is already has an aged, he might not able to continue a healthy life with a
constipation. He should start change his lifestyle eat healthy foods and exercise. 

LEARNING CONTENT OUTLINE METHOD TIME INSTRUCTION METHOD


OBJECTIVE INSTRUCTI FRAM AL EVALUATIO
S ON E RESOURCES N
At the end At the end
of 15 of 15
minutes of  minutes of
health >Constipation is when you One on one 5 Visual Aids  heath
teaching have trouble having bowel discussion minut teaching
plan, Mr. movement. Your stool may es plan, Mr.
Feet will be be very hard, to making Feet will be
able to: them so difficult to pass able to
>Verbalize that you have to strain. Or answer the
understandi you may feel like you still following
ng of need to have a bowel question: 
constipatio movement even if after >What is
n. you’ve had one. your
Constipation is a very understandi
common problem and many ng on
factors can contribute to constipation
constipation. ?
>Eating foods low in
fiber. >Not drinking enough
water (dehydration).> Not One on one 5 Visual Aids
getting enough exercise. discussion minut
>Changes in your regular es
routine, such as traveling or
eating or going to bed at
>Identify different times >Eating >Identify at
common large amounts of milk or last 3
causes of cheese. >Stress.> Resisting common 
constipatio the urge to have a bowel causes of
n movement. constipation

1. > Eat a well-


balanced diet with plenty of
fiber. >Good sources of
fiber are fruits, vegetables,
legumes, and whole-grain
breads and cereals. One on one 5 Visual Aids
2. >Drink eight 8- discussion minut
ounce glasses of water a es
day. 
3. >Exercise regularly. >Determine
4. >Treat mild constipa at least 3
tion with a dietary ways to
supplement like prevent/trea
. magnesium. t
> Determine5. >Move your bowels constipation
ways to when you feel the urge. .
prevent/trea
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constipatio
n.

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