For what action would the nurse administer magnesium citrate?
A) Block absorption of fats
B) Directly stimulate the nerve plexus in the intestinal wall
C) Form a slippery coat on the contents of intestine
D) Increase motility, increase fluid, and enlarge bulk of fecal matter
D
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Magnesium citrate is a rapid-acting, aggressive laxative that causes fecal matter to increase in bulk. It increases the motility of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract by increasing the fluid in the intestinal contents, which enlarges bulk, stimulates local stretch receptors, and activates local activity. It does not block absorption of fats, stimulate the nerve plexus, or form a slippery coat.
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