A client is newly diagnosed with diverticulosis. The registered nurse (RN) is assessing the client's basic knowledge about the disease process. Which statement by the client conveys the client's understanding of the etiology of diverticula?
A. Over use of laxatives for bowel regularity result in loss of peristaltic tone.
B. Inflammation of the colon mucosa that cause growths that protrude into the lumen.
C. Diverticulosis is the result of high fiber diet and sedentary life style.
D. Chronic constipation causes weakening of colon wall which result in out-pouching sacs.

D) Chronic constipation causes weakening of colon wall which result in out-pouching sacs.

Explanation:

Diverticulosis is a condition where by a person's digestive tract devlop tiny bulges or pockets.

A client diagnosed with diverticulosis and has chronic constipation, finds it hard to stool and this often results in out-pouching of sacs. This is because there will be much work on the intestine due to the chronic constipation which causes the intestinal walls to weaken.

Ifbthe the client makes the statement in option D, it can be said that the client has an understanding of the etiology of diverticula.

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