A Woman with a High-Risk Pregnancy with Triplets Is in Preterm

A woman with a high-risk pregnancy with triplets is in preterm labor; she is on strict bedrest for 5 days.During this time,she has not had a bowel movement,although she normally passes stool daily.She describes feeling bloated and uncomfortable.What information should the nurse give the patient when explaining constipation?

A) Immobility often causes constipation.
B) A stool softener daily will relieve the problem.
C) Use of a bedpan results in bloating and constipation.
D) A low-fiber diet will resolve the problem.

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