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rachel9

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Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The nurse understands that clients taking which of the following classifications of laxatives are most likely to experience laxative-dependence?
 
  a. stimulant laxatives c. bulk-forming laxatives
  b. saline laxatives d. fecal wetting agents



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Answer to Question 1

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ANS: A

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A Correct: Stimulant laxatives are the most likely to cause laxative dependence.
B Incorrect: These are not as likely to cause laxative dependence, because these are usually used for preprocedural bowel preparation.
C Incorrect: Stimulant laxatives are more likely to cause laxative dependence.
D Incorrect: Stimulant laxatives are more likely to cause laxative dependence.





 

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