Which of the Following Is NOT True of Bowel Evacuants

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of bowel evacuants?

• A) They are used for normal constipation.
• B) They are similar to normal body fluids, so medication is neither absorbed nor secreted into the intestines.
• C) They are safe for use by patients who are sensitive to electrolyte imbalance.
• D) They require drinking large amounts of fluid.
• E) They may be stopped when rectal excretions become clear.

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Definitions:

Aerobic Metabolism

The process of producing cellular energy involving oxygen. It's more efficient than anaerobic metabolism and takes place in the mitochondria of cells.

ATPs

Adenosine triphosphate molecules, which are the primary energy carriers in all living organisms, providing energy for various cellular processes.

Glucose

Glucose is a simple sugar and an important energy source in living organisms, serving as a primary molecule in cellular respiration and metabolism.

Saturated Fatty Acids

Fat molecules that have no double bonds between carbon atoms because they are saturated with hydrogen atoms, typically found in animal fats and are solid at room temperature.