Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Palliative patients with metastatic disease and symptoms of constipation may require an _____ to look for signs of bowel obstruction

Hint: Investigation

What are the most common osmotic laxatives? _____

Hint: 2

Red flag symptoms of constipation include: _____, weight loss, bleeding or iron deficiency anaemia

What are the most common stimulant laxatives? _____

Hint: 3

It may be suitable to perform investigations for pain in palliative patients if a _____ condition may be the cause of pain

What is the best laxative for use in palliative patients? _____

Laxatives should be _____ stopped once the patient is producing normal stools at least 3 times/week

Hint: Immediately or gradually?

Which drugs commonly cause constipation? _____, Iron supplements, Anti-cholinergics

Hint: Pain

What are the most common bulk-forming laxatives? _____

Hint: 2

What are the most common stool softener laxatives? _____

Hint: 2