Which patient would be most at risk for constipation?
a. Patient taking antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection
b. Patient taking hormones for postmenopausal symptoms
c. Patient iron supplements for anemia
d. Patient taking nonsteroidal inhalants for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
ANS: C
Iron supplements increase the risk of constipation.
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