S3H4GI03

The GI System - Antidiarrheals and Laxatives

 * //Roach, Chapter 48//**

What is an antidiarrheal? media type="custom" key="4938795" What is a common OTC antidiarrheal? media type="custom" key="4939395" What is a common controlled antidiarrheal? media type="custom" key="4939401" What is the most common antidiarrheal side effect? media type="custom" key="4939409" What is a laxative? media type="custom" key="4939441" For what conditions other than simple constipation would a laxative be ordered? media type="custom" key="4939451" What are some classes of laxatives? media type="custom" key="4939473" What is psyllium (Metamucil)? media type="custom" key="4939481" What are some specific nursing considerations when administering psyllium (Metamucil)? media type="custom" key="4939487" What is mineral oil? media type="custom" key="4939503" What are some specific nursing considerations when administering mineral oil? media type="custom" key="4939519"

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