Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: stool impaction (liquid bowel movement may ooze around hard stool in the colon).
SN instructed patient/ CG about laxatives. Laxatives should be taken as ordered. Drink plenty of fluids. Overuse of laxatives can cause constipation.
Instructed on some potential complications of constipation, such as: bowel blockage (no stool passes and pain occurs).
Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating constipation, such as: poor dietary habits and intake of certain medi...
SN instructed patient/ CG about Miralax to relieve constipation. SN instructed that MiraLax is used as a laxative to treat occasional constipation or ...