A hospice patient is receiving opioids for treatment of cancer pain. Which laxative will best assist in the prevention of constipation?
A) Lactulose (Cephulac)
B) Stimulant
C) Saline
D) Bulk-forming
B
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Stimulant laxatives are the most commonly used laxative with these patients. Lactulose is not usually recommended. Saline laxatives are not recommended due to electrolyte imbalance. Bulk-forming laxatives are not usually recommended for patients with cancer because they may not be able to drink adequate amounts of fluid required with these medications.
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