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Oh Laxatives, Oh Laxatives
*Look for consistency of the poo, not how often a pt stools* |
Just like for PUDS, you'll learn the info, then recite what you have learned to answer the question. So study the Information slide before going to the Question slide.
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Over all, Laxatives:
Soften the stool, increase stool vol, hasten fecal passage through the intestine, and facilitate evacuation from the rectum |
What does laxatives do again?
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When to use laxatives:
Constipation To get a fresh stool sample Empty bowel for a procedure/treatment Poisoning |
What were a few reasons for using laxatives?
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Laxative Abuse
LEARN about what you're putting your body through before using the darn drug! |
May cause:
Overemptying = 2-5 days w/out a BM Decrease efficacy of drug w/chronic use May lead to electrolyte imbalance and dehydration |
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How would you treat Laxative abuse?
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Stop using it....
Adjustments to lifestyle = fiber, liquids, exersizing |
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PSYLLIUM [Metamucil]
____ laxatives (_-_ days) Absorbs _____; softens and enlarges fecal mass |
Psyllium [Metamucil]
Bulk-forming laxatives (1-3 days) Absorbs water; softens and enlarges fecal mass |
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DOCUSATE Na [Colace]
__________ laxatives (_-_ days) _________ ___________ of water into stool |
Docusate sodium [Colace]
Surfactant laxatives (1-3 days) Increases penetration of water into stool |
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BISACODYL [Dulcolax]
_________ laxatives (6-12 __) Stimulates ___________ Increases water and electrolyte secretion into intestine |
Bisacodyl [Dulcolax]
Stimulant laxatives (6-12 hr) Stimulates peristalsis Increases water and electrolyte secretion into intestine |
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MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE [MOM]
_______ laxatives (2-6 __; 6-12 __) Osmosis draws water into _________ Stimulates peristalsis |
Magnesium hydroxide [MOM]
Osmotic laxatives (2-6 hr; 6-12 hr) Osmosis draws water into intestine Stimulates peristalsis |
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Hmmm, some fill in the blanks for you huh?
Well, that's all for laxatives. Only 4....only 4....to add to your already huge collection of drugs that you need to know.... |
Hopefully, these note cards have been stimulating your brain to think...allowing you to soak this information into your BRAIN.
Repeat and review every few days to keep this info IN and not out. =) |
