A patient complains of constipation. Which of the following ...

[natalie2426]

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]

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.

[natalie2426]

TYSM

[TheNamesImani]

Gracias!