A pilot study of constipation among the elderly in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia
Background: Older people are susceptible for constipation, resulting in high prevalence particularly among those who are hospitalized. Poor mobility and longer stay in hospital are some of the indication for constipation to occur among them. Thus, understanding of its health-related impact among hos...
Main Authors: | Abdul Wahab, Patimah, Mohd Yusoff, Dariah |
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Format: | Conference or Workshop Item |
Language: | English English |
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2014
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Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/76799/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/76799/26/76799%20abstract.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/76799/27/76799%20certificate.pdf |
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