In advising a client on the care of an anal fissure caused by chronic constipation, the home health nurse would focus on
A) avoiding long, hot baths.
B) cleansing with peroxide after each bowel movement.
C) keeping stools small by limiting fluid intake.
D) the importance of a daily bowel movement.

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It is important that the client with an anal fissure have a soft bowel movement daily, ease discomfort with warm sitz baths and anesthetic suppositories, and clean the anus with warm water.

In Advising a Client on the Care of an Anal