Opioid-Induced Constipation
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What is an important aspect to assess in the management of OIC?

  • History of laxative use (correct)
  • Family medical history
  • Blood pressure readings
  • Dental health

    • What percentage of patients receiving opioids had co-prescription of laxatives according to a Norwegian study?

  • 10%
  • 30% (correct)
  • 70%
  • 50%

    • What is the recommended daily fiber intake to help control OIC symptoms?

  • 30 to 35 g
  • 5 to 10 g
  • 40 to 45 g
  • 18 to 25 g (correct)

    • What is the role of dietary fiber in managing OIC?

    <p>Creates bulky feces and stimulates peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when patients start treatment with opioids?

    <p>Co-prescription of laxatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect of assessing usual bowel habits in the management of OIC?

    <p>Assessing time of day, amount, frequency, and consistency of defecation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of patients receiving opioids had co-prescription of laxatives according to a Norwegian study?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important preventive strategy when patients start treatment with opioids?

    <p>Co-prescription of laxatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of dietary fiber in managing OIC?

    <p>Creating bulky feces and stimulating peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important measure to combine with pharmacological options to control OIC symptoms?

    <p>Non-pharmacological measures based on lifestyle modification</p> Signup and view all the answers

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