Multiple Choice
The nurse explains that a diet low in fiber results in a small stool that has which characteristic?
A) The stool moves rapidly through the intestines.
B) The stool becomes excessively dry.
C) This overstimulates the defecation reflex.
D) This contributes to frequent bowel movements.
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