NUR138 - Constipation and Fecal Impaction in the Elderly (1.5 HR)

Purpose: The participant will enhance his/her understanding of constipation and fecal impaction in the elderly. Objectives: 1.List the causes and risk factors of constipation; 2. Explore the variety of non-pharmacologic treatments; 3. Discuss medications used in the management of chronic constipation. 4. Explain causes and treatment of fecal impaction.