Constipation, heartburn and Nausea are some of the effects of immobility on the gastrointestinal system.
Constipation decreases physical activity and intestinal motility, Heartburn is associated with reflux of stomach acid into the esophagus and Nausea is the result of slowed digestion from immobility.
Damaging effects of prolonged bed rest on the gastrointestinal system include constipation and gastric reflux. Constipation, reduced metabolic rate, glucose intolerance, insulin resistance, sensorimotor dysfunction, reduced serotonin levels and structural changes to brain tissues.
Patients should be encouraged to be as physically active as possible, there is no consistent evidence that regular exercise relieves constipation.
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What are the effects of immobility on the gastrointestinal system? select all that apply.
(1) Constipation
(2) Ulcers
(3) Diarrhea
(4) Heartburn
(5) Nausea
