The Nurse Is Reviewing the Uses of Oral Laxatives

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing the uses of oral laxatives. Which conditions are general contraindications to or cautions about the use of oral laxatives?

• A) Irritable bowel syndrome
• B) Undiagnosed abdominal pain
• C) Nausea and vomiting
• D) Fecal impaction
• E) Ingestion of toxic substances
• F) Acute surgical abdomen

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