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rayancarla1

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient is receiving bisacodyl. A component of patient education should include which of the following instructions?
 
  1. Swallow the pills intact.
  2. Take pills with milk or dairy products.
  3. Use antacids simultaneously.
  4. Use daily for best results.

Question 2

Lactulose, a hyperosmotic laxative, also has which function?
 
  1. Decreases peripheral edema
  2. Corrects sodium imbalances
  3. Reduces ammonia levels
  4. Alleviates galactose intolerance


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potomatos

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3


rayancarla1

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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