Nutrition Lower GI

The following are criteria for diagnosing constipation except:

• Excessive straining with defecation

• Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week

• Passing stools that are hard

• Chronic laxative use

Constipation can occur secondary to which of the following. Select all that apply:

• Psychogenic factors

• chronic laxative use

• metabolic and endocrine disorders

• regular bowel habits

Which of the following is not a common symptom of constipation?

• Abdominal pain

• Bloating

• Increased appetite

• Infrequent bowel movements

Which of the following is not a common cause of constipation?

• Low fiber diet

• Lack of physical activity

• High fluid intake

• Certain medications

Which of the following can cause diarrhea? Select all that apply:

• Food allergies

• Regular exercise

• Intestinal diseases

• Healthy diet

Which of the following can be a symptom of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

• Abdominal pain

• Increased energy

• Weight gain

• Improved sleep

Standard practice to treat constipation is to recommend a high fiber diet. Select all that would be included in this diet.

• refined grains

• fresh fruit

• vegetables

• popcorn, nuts, and seeds

Which of the following is not a common treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

• Dietary changes

• Stress management

• Medication

• Increased sugar intake

Which of the following lifestyle changes can help relieve constipation?

• Decreasing fiber intake

• Increasing physical activity

• Decreasing fluid intake

• Increasing stress

Which of the following is not a common treatment for constipation?

• Increasing fiber intake

• Drinking plenty of water

• Regular exercise

• Decreasing fluid intake