A 6-year-old child has frequent constipation. The nurse provides teaching after the parent asks the nurse why the provider recommended using laxatives only when needed. Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "Children who take laxatives regularly can become dehydrated."
b. "Chronic laxative use can cause electrolyte imbalances."
c. "Frequent use of laxatives can cause diverticulitis."
d. "The normal reflex to defecate can be inhibited with overuse of laxatives."
ANS: C
Laxatives do not cause diverticulitis, although some laxatives can aggravate this condition. Chronic use of laxatives can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalances and can suppress the normal defecation reflex.
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