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Which symptom is the patient with a lactase deficiency most likely to exhibit?
 
  a. Constipation
  b. Excessive salivation
  c. Diarrhea
  d. Vomiting

Question 2

A patient who has had a myocardial infarction is advised to avoid straining with defecation. Which medication would be prescribed to this patient?
 
  a. Stool softeners
  b. Bulk-forming laxatives
  c. Stimulants
  d. Emollients



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tjayeee

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Patients with deficiencies of digestive enzymes such as lactase or amylase have difficulty digesting certain foods. Diarrhea usually develops because of irritation from undigested food. Constipation, excessive salivation, and vomiting do not result from enzyme deficiencies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Stool softeners are routinely used for the prevention of constipation or to prevent straining with defecation (e.g., in patients recovering from myocardial infarction or abdominal surgery). Bulk-forming laxatives and emollients can cause straining. Stimulants can cause cramping and straining.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM


Liddy

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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