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Abstract
Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal problems experienced by the general population. Despite the high prevalence, constipation is often both mis-diagnosed and under-treated. The prevalence rate of constipation among patients within the orthopedic setting was up to 64% of patients. Additionally, its prevalence is higher among neurological patients. Aim of the study: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of nursing intervention program on minimizing constipation among immobilized patients at Mansoura University Hospital. Subject and methods: A purposive sample of 162 immobilized patients were randomly divided into two equal groups (Intervention group 81 and control group 81), those patients were selected according inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were collected in 6 months, by using baseline data sheet for patient and observational checklist for nurses’ performance. Results: There was statistically significant difference between the control and intervention groups post-program regarding patients’ knowledge and comprehensive bowel assessment and on the other hand, there was a significant improvement in nurses’ knowledge and performance level toward patients with constipation post-program. This study recommended that immobilized patients should be assessed periodically in term of risk for constipation occurrence using constipation assessment scale. Also continuous nursing performance appraisal from hospital administration personal toward providing standard nursing care to immobilized patients.