A Patient Who Has a History of Chronic Constipation Uses

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient who has a history of chronic constipation uses a bulk laxative to prevent episodes of acute constipation.The patient reports having an increased frequency of episodes.The primary care NP should recommend:

• A) adding docusate sodium (Colace).
• B) polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX) and bisacodyl (Dulcolax).
• C) lactulose (Chronulac) and polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX).
• D) adding nonpharmacologic measures such as biofeedback.

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