[Solved] Why might a company use direct labor cost as an overhead allocation base rather than using direct labor hours? Bowel Obstruction: A medical condition where there is a blockage in the intestines that prevents gas, fluids, or solids from moving through normally. Chronic Cathartic: Long-term use of laxatives, which can be harmful and lead to dependency. Ileus: A temporary and often painful condition in which there is a lack of movement in the intestines, leading to a buildup of food, fluid, and gas, and causing abdominal swelling and discomfort. Fecal Occult Blood: Small amounts of blood in feces that are not visible to the naked eye but can be detected through specific tests.