Abstract
Background: Constipation is a clinical diagnosis determined on the basis of insufficient stool evacuation, difficulty passing stool, or a combination of the two symptoms. Additionally, firm stools, stomach bloating, pain, and distention may occur. It is one of the most often encountered gastrointestinal disorders in Western nations' therapeutic practice. Objectives: Assess the senior persons’ knowledge about constipation control in Dar al-shaffa and Basmat Al-Rhma in al-Kut city. Methods: The study carried out at two nursing home centres in Al-Kut City, a quantitative, quasi-experimental study design was carried out (Dar Al-Shafaa governmental home and Basmat Al-Rahma privet nursing home ). The current research will run from December 24, 2020, through January 15, 2022. To meet the study's goals, a non-probability (purposive) sample of (57) senior citizens (27) for the case group and (30) nursing home residents for the control group was chosen. The instrument is divided into three sections: socio-demographic characteristics, a test of senior citizens' knowledge of multiple-choice questions, and a test of senior citizens' constipation indicators (severe, mild, and never). The instrument's content validity has been determined by a team of specialists. Cronbaghs' Coefficient alpha equation = 0.70 was used to establish the instrument scale's dependability.
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