title: Basics of constipation.
abstract: In this article, the author defines and describes the causes of constipation. Physiology of the colon is reviewed, and the nurse's role in helping patients and families with constipation is also described.
authors.affiliation: Special Procedures Center, Newnan Hospital, GA 30263, USA.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Vickery
mesh_terms: D002400:Cathartics / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003248:Constipation / Q000209:etiology* / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D004043:Dietary Fiber; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D002400:Cathartics; D004043:Dietary Fiber