Usually has a bowel movement sometime in morning since taking bulk laxative. If she did not take laxative she will not pass stool everyday, sometime twice a week, which made her feel uncomfortable. Abdomen soft, no distention, bowel sounds 8 times/min all quadrants. Voids frequently, including three times awakened from sleep (nocturia) since taking diuretic. Sometimes "pees self" (incontinence) if she laughs or coughs suddenly.
Usually walks within one to two blocks from housing or in courtyard of Residence - no pain in chest or legs, no problem breathing since prescription used. If she walks further, she tends to have pain in hips and knees and has to rest to get rid of the pain (osteoarthritis). Cannot climb regular bus step but daughter helps her reserve special bus for appointments or gives her a ride. Has a chair in shower and can bathe self with shower spray (cannot stand too long).
Dresses self or sometimes uses assistive devices or need help from others because of her joint stiffness. Has to select clothes in store or catalog that are easy to put on and fasten - has pull on pants and skirt, velcro fastened shoes.