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Prevention of Constipation – Algorithm 

Assessment

  • History of incontinence
  • Cognitive awareness of voiding
  • Motivation to be continent
  • Fluid intake
  • Frequency of bowel movement
  • Medical/surgical history
  • Medications
  • Functional ability
  • Environmental barriers
  • Presence of infection

Prompted Voiding Protocol

  • History of incontinence

Decision to proceed to prompted voiding protocol

Decision to proceed to prompted voiding protocol

Minimize caffeinated and alcoholic beverages (ensure adequate fluid intake)

Initiate individualized prompted voiding schedule

Protocol in place for minimum of 3 weeks and maximum of 8 weeks

Evaluate using 3-day voiding record

 

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