Stool softeners
1. break up fecal material.
2. decrease peristalsis.
3. promote water absorption in the intestine.
4. increase peristalsis.
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Rationale 1: Stimulant laxatives break up fecal material.
Rationale 2: No laxatives cause decrease in peristalsis.
Rationale 3: Stool softeners cause more water and fat to be absorbed.
Rationale 4: Stimulant laxatives increase peristalsis.
Global Rationale: Stool softeners cause more water and fat to be absorbed. Stimulant laxatives break up fecal material. Stimulant laxatives increase peristalsis. No laxatives cause decrease in peristalsis.
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