Prevention and management of constipation in adults

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Learn about strategies that have proved effective in preventing constipation in adults, and the treatment options available for those who have developed the condition

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Registered nurse

Student nurse

Authors

Brigitte Rosemarie Collins

Lead nurse, St Markâ€™s Hospital, Harrow, England

Lorraine Oâ€™Brien

Clinical nurse specialist, St Markâ€™s Hospital, Harrow, England.

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