Stimulant Laxatives: Tablets and Suppositories

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What type of laxatives are considered preferable according to the text?

Osmotic laxatives

Lubricant laxatives

Bulk-forming laxatives (correct)

Stimulant laxatives

Which population group is mentioned in the text?

Elderly individuals

Pediatric patients

Pregnant women (correct)

Diabetic patients

What is the first recommended approach for constipation according to the text?

Increasing fluid intake (correct)

Rectal stimulation

Dietary changes

Prescription laxative medication

How long does it take for sennosides to induce a bowel movement when taken orally?

6-10 hours (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should rectal stimulation be used according to the text?

If nonpharmacological methods do not work (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of bulk-forming laxatives mentioned in the text?

They may cause abdominal discomfort (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual time frame for sennosides to produce a bowel movement when taken rectally?

30-60 minutes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which formulation of stimulant laxatives has a quicker onset, oral or rectal?

Rectal (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration for sennosides to produce a bowel movement when given orally?

6-10 hours (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the general range for the duration of a bowel movement induced by sennosides taken orally?

12-15 hours (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should these agents not be given to patients with difficulty in swallowing?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patient conditions would prohibit the use of these agents?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason these agents should not be given to patients who are unable or unwilling to drink adequate fluids?

To avoid obstruction in the GI tract (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following patient conditions would NOT prohibit the use of these agents?

None of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary risk associated with administering these agents to patients with the conditions mentioned in the passage?

Obstruction in the GI tract (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of agents can be used for acute relief?

Glycerin suppositories (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common pharmacological agent for acute relief?

Glycerin suppositories (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a specific type of suppository mentioned in the text for acute relief?

Glycerin suppositories (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a pharmacological agent suitable for acute relief?

Steroids (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what is a recommended option for relieving acute symptoms?

Glycerin suppositories (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be consumed before taking the preparation mentioned in the text?

A glass of fruit juice or water (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it suggested to drink a further glass of liquid after taking the preparation?

To ensure proper hydration while taking the preparation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of consuming fruit juice before taking the preparation?

To mask the bland taste of the preparation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of taste is associated with the preparation mentioned in the text?

Bland (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a recommended liquid to consume with the preparation?

Milk (D) Signup and view all the answers