Patient implements measures to minimize constipation, such as dietary intake of increased roughage, fiber, fruits, and vegetables and increase in fluids. • Patient reports unresolved constipation to...

Patient implements measures to minimize constipation, such as dietary intake of increased roughage, fiber, fruits, and vegetables and increase in fluids. • Patient reports unresolved constipation to prescriber once above measures have been implemented. • Patient takes medication, as prescribed, for management of constipation such as bulk-forming laxatives.