Neurogenic Bowel Management, Spina Bifida Clinical Pathway — Outpatient Specialty Care
Neurogenic Bowel Management, Spina Bifida Clinical Pathway — Outpatient Specialty Care
Fiber Management and Fluid Intake
Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and beans. Fiber intake is an important component of bowel management and should be combined with sufficient water intake to soften stools. Titrate to desired effect.
Recommended Dietary Fiber Intake
Patient Age | Recommended Dosage | |
---|---|---|
0-12 months | Not determined | |
1-3 years | 19 grams | |
4-8 years | 25 grams |
Recommended Dietary Fiber Intake Males/Females
Patient Age | Recommended Dosage Males |
Recommended Dosage Females |
---|---|---|
9-13 years | 31 grams | 26 grams |
14-18 years | 38 grams | 29 grams |
Recommended Dietary Fluid Intake
Good hydration is an important component of a successful bowel regimen.
Adequate fluid intake optimizes the effect of osmotic stool softeners and fiber.
Weight Maintenance | Fluid Intake Daily | |||
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Kilograms | Pounds | Fluid Ounces | Milliliters | Cups |
4.8-10 | 10.5-22 | 16-33.5 | 480-1000 | 2-4 |
10-20 | 22-44 | 33.5-50 | 1000-1500 | 4-6 |
20-30 | 44-66 | 50-56.5 | 1500-1700 | 6-7 |
30-40 | 66-88 | 56-63.5 | 1700-1900 | 7-8 |
40-50 | 88-110 | 63-70 | 1900-2100 | 8-9 |
> 50 | > 110 | 72-80 | > 2100 | 9-10 |