Adult Health Study Guide Exam 3(NO DISAPOINTMENT)

Adult Health Study Guide Exam 3.Dr. Thomas-Study Guide Exam 3 70 Questions I. Bowel Elimination (Chapter 47) (3 questions) A. Factors Affecting Bowel Elimination 1. Age a. Infants have smaller stomach capacity, less secretion of digestive enzymes, and more rapid intestinal peristalsis b. Older adults may have decreased chewing ability, declined peristalsis, slowing of esophageal emptying, poor absorption 2. Diet a. Fiber provides bulk in the fecal material 3. Fluid Intake a. Inadequate fluid intake or disturbances resulting in fluid loss affect the character of feces 4. Physical Activity a. Promotes peristalsis, while immobilization depresses it 5. Psychological Factors a. Prolonged emotional stress impairs function of almost all body systems (digestive process is accelerated, and peristalsis increased) 6. Personal Habits a. Personal elimination habits influence bowel function (using own toilet facilities, busy work schedule) 7. Position During Defecation a. Squatting is the normal position; for a patient immobilized in bed, defecation is often difficult 8. Pain a. Number of conditions can cause discomfort with defecation and may suppress the urge to defecate to avoid pain 9. Pregnancy