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What is a key characteristic of constipation?
What is a key characteristic of constipation?
- Infrequent stools (correct)
- Complete defecation
- Easy stool passage
- Frequent stools
Why is urgent investigation needed for new-onset constipation in patients over 50 years of age?
Why is urgent investigation needed for new-onset constipation in patients over 50 years of age?
- Due to the risk of malignancy (correct)
- To prevent dehydration
- To increase dietary fiber
- To reduce bloating
What is a recommended approach for managing constipation?
What is a recommended approach for managing constipation?
- Increasing fluid intake (correct)
- Reducing dietary fiber intake
- Avoiding fruits and vegetables
- Limiting exercise
What may using excessive laxatives lead to?
What may using excessive laxatives lead to?
Why is it important to ensure that the patient is truly constipated before prescribing laxatives?
Why is it important to ensure that the patient is truly constipated before prescribing laxatives?
What type of diet should be recommended for managing constipation?
What type of diet should be recommended for managing constipation?
What is the primary purpose of using sodium acid phosphate with sodium bicarbonate?
What is the primary purpose of using sodium acid phosphate with sodium bicarbonate?
Why is it advised against using sodium picosulfate during the first trimester of pregnancy?
Why is it advised against using sodium picosulfate during the first trimester of pregnancy?
What is the recommended daily dosage of sodium picosulfate for adults aged 11-17 years?
What is the recommended daily dosage of sodium picosulfate for adults aged 11-17 years?
Which medication can be used for treating opioid-induced constipation in adults with dosages of 200 micrograms once daily?
Which medication can be used for treating opioid-induced constipation in adults with dosages of 200 micrograms once daily?
What side effect is specifically mentioned as a result of prolonged or excessive use of sodium picosulfate?
What side effect is specifically mentioned as a result of prolonged or excessive use of sodium picosulfate?
How should methylnaltrexone bromide be taken for adults with opioid-induced constipation?
How should methylnaltrexone bromide be taken for adults with opioid-induced constipation?
What is the recommended dose of MOVICOL® Ready to Take Sachets for chronic constipation in children aged 12-17 years?
What is the recommended dose of MOVICOL® Ready to Take Sachets for chronic constipation in children aged 12-17 years?
What is the maintenance dose of MOVICOL® Ready to Take Sachets for children aged 12-17 years after disimpaction?
What is the maintenance dose of MOVICOL® Ready to Take Sachets for children aged 12-17 years after disimpaction?
What patient group should avoid directly mixing macrogol-based laxatives with starch-based thickeners according to the MHRA/CHM advice in April 2021?
What patient group should avoid directly mixing macrogol-based laxatives with starch-based thickeners according to the MHRA/CHM advice in April 2021?
What are the contra-indications for using 'paediatric' sachets for faecal impaction?
What are the contra-indications for using 'paediatric' sachets for faecal impaction?
What is the dosage regimen for VISTAPREP® ORAL POWDER in adults before colonoscopy?
What is the dosage regimen for VISTAPREP® ORAL POWDER in adults before colonoscopy?
What is a common side effect of Fleet® Phospho-soda?
What is a common side effect of Fleet® Phospho-soda?
When should solid food intake be stopped before starting Fleet® Phospho-soda treatment?
When should solid food intake be stopped before starting Fleet® Phospho-soda treatment?
What is the recommended initial dose of prucalopride for elderly individuals?
What is the recommended initial dose of prucalopride for elderly individuals?
Which gastrointestinal issue is NOT treated with prucalopride?
Which gastrointestinal issue is NOT treated with prucalopride?
What should patients or carers do if the reconstituted solution of oral powder is not consumed immediately?
What should patients or carers do if the reconstituted solution of oral powder is not consumed immediately?
What is the recommended dosage of Senna for children aged 1-11 months?
What is the recommended dosage of Senna for children aged 1-11 months?
Which of the following side effects is described as 'uncommon' for bisacodyl?
Which of the following side effects is described as 'uncommon' for bisacodyl?
What is the recommended dosage range of bisacodyl for adults?
What is the recommended dosage range of bisacodyl for adults?
Which of the following statements about Senna is correct?
Which of the following statements about Senna is correct?
What is the recommended dosage range of bisacodyl for children aged 4-17 years?
What is the recommended dosage range of bisacodyl for children aged 4-17 years?
Which of the following statements about Arachis oil is correct?
Which of the following statements about Arachis oil is correct?
What is the recommended dosage range of Senna for children aged 12-17 years?
What is the recommended dosage range of Senna for children aged 12-17 years?
Which of the following statements about the side effects of bisacodyl is correct?
Which of the following statements about the side effects of bisacodyl is correct?
What is the recommended dosage range of Arachis oil for oral administration?
What is the recommended dosage range of Arachis oil for oral administration?
Which of the following statements about the use of stimulant laxatives is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of stimulant laxatives is correct?
Which of the following statements about the MHRA's new measures for stimulant laxatives is correct?
Which of the following statements about the MHRA's new measures for stimulant laxatives is correct?
Which of the following is NOT a type of laxative mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of laxative mentioned in the text?
For treating chronic constipation in children, what is the recommended approach?
For treating chronic constipation in children, what is the recommended approach?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended dietary modification for constipation in children?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended dietary modification for constipation in children?
If prucalopride is not effective after 4 weeks for treating constipation, what should be done?
If prucalopride is not effective after 4 weeks for treating constipation, what should be done?
What is a potential side effect of macrogol 3350, a laxative used for chronic constipation?
What is a potential side effect of macrogol 3350, a laxative used for chronic constipation?
Which of the following is a contra-indication for the use of lactulose, an oral laxative?
Which of the following is a contra-indication for the use of lactulose, an oral laxative?
What is the recommended dosage of sterculia for adults?
What is the recommended dosage of sterculia for adults?
Which of the following is a potential contra-indication for the use of macrogol 3350?
Which of the following is a potential contra-indication for the use of macrogol 3350?
What is the recommended approach if the first-line laxative therapy for constipation in children is not tolerated?
What is the recommended approach if the first-line laxative therapy for constipation in children is not tolerated?
What is the recommended duration for continuing laxatives in children with chronic constipation?
What is the recommended duration for continuing laxatives in children with chronic constipation?