A Laxative Has Been Ordered for a Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

A laxative has been ordered for a patient. The nurse checks the patient's medical history and would be concerned if which condition is present?

• A) High ammonia levels due to liver failure
• B) Diverticulosis
• C) Abdominal pain of unknown origin
• D) Chronic constipation

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Definitions:

U-Shaped Valley

A U-shaped valley is a type of valley characterized by its U-shaped cross-section, typically formed by the erosion caused by glaciers.

Glacier

A large, moving mass of ice formed by the accumulation and compaction of snow on mountains or near the poles.

Wind

Wind is the movement of air from areas of high pressure to low pressure, significantly influenced by the Earth's rotation, surface irregularities, and temperature differences.

River

A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.