Question

Tina Jones is taking prescribed narcotics to control her pain, which we know can cause constipation. So what goals would you set for Tina, given this risk? What evidence-based practice would you implement to help her achieve those objectives? How will you know if your intervention worked?

Answer 1

Answer:

1. to exercise daily

2. take in more fruits and veggies

I'll ensure she doesn't take the narcotics right before sleeping, and also tell her the effects of the narcotics and how to avoid it.