A Patient Has Been Experiencing Occasional Episodes of Constipation and Has

Multiple Choice

A patient has been experiencing occasional episodes of constipation and has been unable to achieve consistent relief by increasing physical activity and improving his diet. What pharmacologic intervention should the nurse recommend to the patient for ongoing use?

A) Mineral oil enemas
B) Bisacodyl (Dulcolax)
C) Senna (Senokot)
D) Psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid (Metamucil)