Constipation Jeopardy

Fiber

100

True or False:  It is most important to eat soluble fiber than insoluble fiber.

False: All are equally important in the diet.

200

Should fruit and vegetables be eaten with or without the skin if possible?

With skin

300

What is the minimum grams per day of fiber for a 5 year old?

10 grams of fiber per day

400

What is the maximum of fiber per day for a 12 year old?

20 grams fiber per day

Fluids

100

What is the best source of fluid?

Water

200

True or false: Soda/energy drinks are good for children and adolescents.

False, not recommended for children/adolescents.

300

Apple, pear, and prune juice can help with constipation.  A 12 year old should have no more than how many ounces of juice per day?

8 oz daily

400

What color should urine be to show good hydration?

Clear or pale yellow

Soiling

100

Is encopresis normal?

Depends upon age

200

What causes soiling?

Withholding or behavioral

300

If the child is diagnosed with functional constipation or chronic idiopathic constipation, what does that mean?

There is no identifiable cause.

400

True or false: Can functional constipation lead to long term complications?

True