The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with obstipation. Which situation places the patient at risk for this? Medical history of inflammatory bowel disorders, Prolonged use of laxatives, Medical history of obesity and cardiovascular disorders, History of repeatedly ignoring the urge to defecate.
a. Medical history of inflammatory bowel disorders
b. Prolonged use of laxatives
c. Medical history of obesity and cardiovascular disorders
d. History of repeatedly ignoring the urge to defecate