{"id":136527,"date":"2024-09-10T20:24:46","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T20:24:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=136527"},"modified":"2024-09-10T20:24:49","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T20:24:49","slug":"a-patient-is-having-trouble-defecating-into-a-bed-pan-while-lying-in-bed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/10\/a-patient-is-having-trouble-defecating-into-a-bed-pan-while-lying-in-bed\/","title":{"rendered":"A patient is having trouble defecating into a bed pan while lying in bed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A patient is having trouble defecating into a bed pan while lying in bed. Which action by the nurse would assist the patient in having a successful bowel movement?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A.<br>Administering laxatives to the patient<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.<br>Preparing to administer a cleansing enema<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.<br>Withholding narcotic pain medication for at least 2 hours until the patient had a bowel movement successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.<br>Raising the head of the bed to a semi or high Fowlers position<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\"><strong>The correct answer and Explanation is :<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct action to assist a patient who is having trouble defecating into a bed pan while lying in bed is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>D. Raising the head of the bed to a semi or high Fowler\u2019s position.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Raising the head of the bed to a semi or high Fowler\u2019s position<\/strong> is a key intervention to facilitate defecation in bedridden patients. When the head of the bed is elevated, it helps to mimic a more natural sitting position. This position assists in the alignment of the rectum and promotes abdominal pressure, making it easier for the patient to have a bowel movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s why the other options might not be as appropriate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A. Administering laxatives to the patient<\/strong>: While laxatives can be useful for stimulating bowel movements, they might not address the immediate issue of positioning. Laxatives take time to work, and they may not be necessary if the patient\u2019s main issue is positioning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B. Preparing to administer a cleansing enema<\/strong>: Enemas are used to stimulate bowel movements by introducing fluid into the rectum. While this can be effective, it may not be necessary if the patient\u2019s issue is primarily related to positioning. Additionally, enemas should be used cautiously and typically as a last resort if other measures are ineffective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C. Withholding narcotic pain medication for at least 2 hours<\/strong>: Narcotic pain medications can contribute to constipation, but simply withholding them may not be practical or beneficial in the short term. Managing pain while addressing the bowel movement issue is essential, and this option doesn\u2019t directly address the immediate problem of positioning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, <strong>raising the head of the bed<\/strong> is a practical and immediate step that can facilitate bowel movements by improving the patient\u2019s positioning and comfort. This method aligns with the body\u2019s natural mechanics for defecation and can often resolve issues related to positioning without the need for more invasive interventions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A patient is having trouble defecating into a bed pan while lying in bed. Which action by the nurse would assist the patient in having a successful bowel movement? 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