A Patient Wants to Prevent Problems with Constipation and Asks

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient wants to prevent problems with constipation and asks the nurse for advice about which type of laxative is safe to use for this purpose. Which class of laxative is considered safe to use on a long-term basis?

• A) Emollient laxatives
• B) Bulk-forming laxatives
• C) Hyperosmotic laxatives
• D) Stimulant laxatives

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