A client who has constipation is prescribed a bisacodyl suppository. The nurse explains that bisacodyl does what?
a. Acts on smooth intestinal muscle to gently increase peristalsis
b. Absorbs water into the intestines to increase bulk and peristalsis
c. Lowers surface tension and increases water accumulation in the intestines
d. Pulls hyperosmolar salts into the colon and increases water in the feces to increase bulk
Answer: a. Acts on smooth intestinal muscle to gently increase peristalsis
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