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What is the definition of constipation?
What is the definition of constipation?
- Having a bowel movement every day
- Having a bowel movement exactly 3 times per week
- Having a bowel movement at least 3 times per week
- Having a bowel movement less than 3 times per week (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a cause of constipation as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of constipation as mentioned in the text?
- Ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement
- Decreased physical activity
- Excessive physical activity (correct)
- Diet low in fiber and inadequate fluid intake
Which of the following is considered a metabolic and endocrine disorder that can lead to constipation?
Which of the following is considered a metabolic and endocrine disorder that can lead to constipation?
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Anal fissures
- Hemorrhoids
- Diabetes mellitus with neuropathy (correct)
What is the recommended first-line treatment for constipation according to the text?
What is the recommended first-line treatment for constipation according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a class of drugs that can contribute to constipation?
Which of the following is NOT a class of drugs that can contribute to constipation?
Which neurological condition can be associated with neurogenic constipation according to the text?
Which neurological condition can be associated with neurogenic constipation according to the text?
Which type of laxative works by retaining water in the gut and distending the large intestine?
Which type of laxative works by retaining water in the gut and distending the large intestine?
What is a potential adverse effect of bulk-forming agents?
What is a potential adverse effect of bulk-forming agents?
Which osmotic laxative may produce hypermagnesemia and hypernatremia in patients with renal failure?
Which osmotic laxative may produce hypermagnesemia and hypernatremia in patients with renal failure?
What is the onset of action for osmotic laxatives like Polyethylene glycol?
What is the onset of action for osmotic laxatives like Polyethylene glycol?
How do bulk-forming agents stimulate peristalsis?
How do bulk-forming agents stimulate peristalsis?
Which laxative type works by their osmotic effect to activate stretch receptors and stimulate peristalsis?
Which laxative type works by their osmotic effect to activate stretch receptors and stimulate peristalsis?
Which of the following laxatives would be most appropriate for an infant or child?
Which of the following laxatives would be most appropriate for an infant or child?
What is the laxative of choice for pregnant women?
What is the laxative of choice for pregnant women?
Which drug is most suitable for long-term use as a laxative?
Which drug is most suitable for long-term use as a laxative?
What is the drug of choice for Diabetic gastroparesis?
What is the drug of choice for Diabetic gastroparesis?
Which antihypertensive drug would be contraindicated in a patient with insulin-dependent diabetes, IBS, and HTN?
Which antihypertensive drug would be contraindicated in a patient with insulin-dependent diabetes, IBS, and HTN?
When using lubricant laxatives, which of the following is NOT considered a lubricant laxative?
When using lubricant laxatives, which of the following is NOT considered a lubricant laxative?
Which laxative produces inflammation of the intestinal mucosa and inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme?
Which laxative produces inflammation of the intestinal mucosa and inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme?
What is the mechanism of action for Lubiprostone and Linaclotide?
What is the mechanism of action for Lubiprostone and Linaclotide?
Which laxative takes effect within 15—60 minutes after rectal administration?
Which laxative takes effect within 15—60 minutes after rectal administration?
What is the approved use for Lubiprostone (Amitiza)?
What is the approved use for Lubiprostone (Amitiza)?
What is the onset of action for stool softeners like Docusate sodium after oral administration?
What is the onset of action for stool softeners like Docusate sodium after oral administration?
Which laxative acts by easing the passage of stool through activating chloride channels?
Which laxative acts by easing the passage of stool through activating chloride channels?
