The nurse assesses that a patient has a severe fecal impaction.Which action taken by the nurse addresses this problem?
A)Administering laxatives
B)Providing a high-fiber diet
C)Performing a digital removal
D)Administering an enema

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Prevention is the key to fecal impaction.However,once it occurs,digital removal of stool is the only alternative.Once the impaction is cleared,a high-fiber diet,increased activity,and adequate hydration may all reduce the likelihood of recurrence.

The Nurse Assesses That a Patient Has a Severe Fecal