Q. How would you prevent a recurrence? Select Yes or No to each of the statements below:
Q. How would you prevent a recurrence? Select yes or no to each of the statements below:
1. Consider commencing long term laxatives – Yes – but only once all other options have been considered.
2. Consider increasing fibre in diet – Yes – if increasing fibre ensure fluid intake adequate.
3. Ensuring appropriate position on toilet – Yes – see the picture on the following page for the correct toilet position.
4. Consider implementing bowel regime – Yes – if all other options have been considered or if bowels need to move at planned time due to care package.
5. Increasing mobility – Yes – increases gut motility, consider referral to physio.
6. Consider abdominal massage – Yes – may help by increasing gut motility.
7. Ensuring adequate fluids – Yes – optimum intake 1.5-2 litres especially if diet high in fibre.
Page last reviewed: 31 Jan 2022
