[ CONSTIPATION ]
When it is necessary to move the bowels immediately, what are some of the easiest methods?
An injection of one tablespoonful of sweet oil may be given, or half a teaspoonful of glycerine in one tablespoonful of water, or a teacupful of tepid soap and water, or a glycerine suppository. None of these should be continued excepting under the physician's directions.
What sort of a syringe is to be preferred for giving an injection to an infant?
The bulb syringe is the simplest; this consists of an oval bulb of soft rubber and a soft rubber or a hard rubber tip. It holds one or two ounces.
What is the most essential thing in preventing or overcoming constipation?
The formation of the habit of having the bowels move every day regularly at the same hour, and proper early training [ (see page 156). ]
What is the best hour?
In most cases immediately after the first meal in the morning.
What are some simple means by which constipation may be relieved?