Bulk forming laxatives
Psyllium (Metamucil)
action: mix with intestinal fluids, swell, and stimulate peristalsis.
ed:Take with 8-oz water and follow with 8-oz water; do not take dry. Report abdominal distention or unusual amount of flatulence.
Lubricant laxatives
Mineral oil (6-8 hrs...
action: mix with intestinal fluids, swell, and stimulate peristalsis.
ed:Take with 8-oz water and follow with 8-oz water; do not take dry.
Report abdominal distention or unusual amount of flatulence.
Lubricant laxatives - answer Mineral oil (6-8 hrs)/Glycerin
suppository (30 min)
--> facilitates passage by LUBRICATING the intestinal MUCOSA
ed: dont take with meals
Stimulant laxatives - answer bisacodyl (Dulcolax), senna (Senokot)
NO LONG TERM USE
Action: decreases large intestinal water absorption
Trazodone - answer antidepressant
tx major depression
take with food
nursing process - answer assess
diagnose
outcome/planning
implement
evaluate
techniques of physical assessment - answer inspection
palpation
percussion
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