Christal Is Eight Months Pregnant,and in Addition to Having Back

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Multiple Choice

Christal is eight months pregnant,and in addition to having back pain,leg cramps,insomnia,shortness of breath,and exhaustion,she is constipated.What category of laxative is commonly used for pregnant women and nursing mothers?

• A)saline laxatives
• B)stimulant laxatives
• C)stool softeners
• D)cathartics

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