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What is one reason older people may not bring up constipation during consultations?
What is one reason older people may not bring up constipation during consultations?
- They feel embarrassed to talk about it
- They are not aware of the issue
- They don't consider it a problem
- They assume it's a normal consequence of aging (correct)
Why is it important for health professionals to enquire sensitively about fecal incontinence?
Why is it important for health professionals to enquire sensitively about fecal incontinence?
- To fulfill their professional obligations
- To avoid unnecessary embarrassment for the patient
- To reduce the number of older people living with fecal incontinence
- To detect the problem early and provide appropriate management (correct)
What is one measure to prevent constipation in management plans for people at risk?
What is one measure to prevent constipation in management plans for people at risk?
- Reducing fiber in the diet
- Including regular exercise (correct)
- Avoiding fluid intake
- Increasing caffeine intake
Why can fecal incontinence be a source of embarrassment for older adults?
Why can fecal incontinence be a source of embarrassment for older adults?
What is the role of The Rome Foundation mentioned in the text?
What is the role of The Rome Foundation mentioned in the text?
Why might older people be at risk of fecal incontinence?
Why might older people be at risk of fecal incontinence?
What is an implication of constipation being accepted as a normal consequence of aging?
What is an implication of constipation being accepted as a normal consequence of aging?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of constipation according to the Rome Criteria?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of constipation according to the Rome Criteria?
What is the recommended minimum duration for a person to experience symptoms to meet the Rome Criteria for constipation?
What is the recommended minimum duration for a person to experience symptoms to meet the Rome Criteria for constipation?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a potential cause of constipation in older people?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a potential cause of constipation in older people?
What should older people presenting with constipation have during physical examination?
What should older people presenting with constipation have during physical examination?
Which specialized test might be required for severe cases of constipation when a secondary cause is not determined after an unsuccessful trial of a high-fiber diet and laxatives?
Which specialized test might be required for severe cases of constipation when a secondary cause is not determined after an unsuccessful trial of a high-fiber diet and laxatives?
What is the aim of treatment for constipation?
What is the aim of treatment for constipation?
Which type of laxative increases stool water content?
Which type of laxative increases stool water content?
What are phosphate enemas associated with?
What are phosphate enemas associated with?
What is prucalopride licensed for use when other laxatives fail?
What is prucalopride licensed for use when other laxatives fail?
What should be addressed first in the treatment of constipation?
What should be addressed first in the treatment of constipation?
What type of test should only be considered if it will affect management decisions?
What type of test should only be considered if it will affect management decisions?
Which medication is NOT listed as a potential contributor to constipation?
Which medication is NOT listed as a potential contributor to constipation?
What is the most common cause of fecal incontinence?
What is the most common cause of fecal incontinence?
Which type of fecal incontinence occurs when the person has no awareness of defecation?
Which type of fecal incontinence occurs when the person has no awareness of defecation?
What is the main recommendation for managing fecal impaction?
What is the main recommendation for managing fecal impaction?
What are the neurogenic causes of fecal incontinence?
What are the neurogenic causes of fecal incontinence?
What is a red flag for cauda equina syndrome?
What is a red flag for cauda equina syndrome?
What is the second most common cause of fecal incontinence?
What is the second most common cause of fecal incontinence?
Which comorbidities are associated with fecal incontinence?
Which comorbidities are associated with fecal incontinence?
What is the most important factor to consider when beginning a conversation about fecal incontinence?
What is the most important factor to consider when beginning a conversation about fecal incontinence?
What is the recommended initial management for fecal incontinence?
What is the recommended initial management for fecal incontinence?
"Incontinence pads should be used..."
"Incontinence pads should be used..."
What is the primary focus of management for fecal impaction?
What is the primary focus of management for fecal impaction?
What should be considered when probing further if a patient mentions diarrhea?
What should be considered when probing further if a patient mentions diarrhea?
