A 30-year-old client hospitalized with a fractured femur, which is being treated with skeletal traction, has not had a bowel movement for 2 days. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate at this time?
1. Administer a tap water enema.
2. Place the client on the bedpan every 2 to 3 hours.
3. Increase the client's fluid intake to 3,000 mL/day.
4. Perform range-of-motion movements to all extremities.
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