Describe the different types of laxatives.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary.
1. Stimulants laxatives stimulate peristalsis in the intestines to push fecal material through faster.
2. Saline laxatives hold liquid in the large intestine to soften feces and stimulate bowel movements.
3. Bulk-forming laxatives absorb water to increase the bulk and moisture content of the stools.
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