Author Question: A patient complains of constipation. Which of the following high-fiber foods would you instruct the ... (Read 84 times)

natalie2426 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient complains of constipation. Which of the following high-fiber foods would you instruct the patient to add to his diet? (Select all that apply.)

1. Apple juice
2. Oranges
3. Bran cereals
4. Figs

Question 2

Which of the following ingredients is often hidden in cough and cold syrups?

1. Potassium
2. Alcohol
3. Steroids
4. Benzocaine

kbennett34 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2, 3, 4
High-fiber foods increase the transit of food through the GI tract and have a mild laxative effect. Oranges, bran, and figs are high in fiber.

Answer to Question 2

2
One of the most important things in reading labels for OTC products is to see the hidden chemi-cal used for different purposes in the product. Consumers who have allergies or intolerance to these products must be aware of the risk and should read the labels.