Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using bulk laxatives as follows: Bulk laxatives absorb water and swell, taking lot of space in the intestines. If the space in the intestines is compromised in the first place, such as, in individuals with intestinal strictures or adhesions from previous surgeries, the swollen bulk laxatives can cause severe intestinal blocks, necessitating an emergency. So, bulk laxatives for the most part are contraindicated in such individuals. [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using bulk laxatives as follows: Bulk laxatives absorb water and swell in the intestines, giving rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation, abdominal discomfort, and flatulence. If these unpleasant symptoms are too bothersome, change in plan could be made by trying other laxatives. Bulk forming laxatives need large amount of water to be able to form bulk, which stimulate the bowels to move. So, these laxatives are [...]

Patient was educated on the contraindication for using bulk laxatives as follows: Esophageal strictures The bulk laxative can absorb water and swell, while it is in the throat during swallowing, which can result in choking and difficulty breathing. Intestinal strictures The bulk laxatives swell and can cause severe intestinal blocks in individuals with intestinal strictures or adhesions from previous surgeries. So, bulk laxatives for the most part are contraindicated in such individuals. Individuals on fluid [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using bulk laxatives as follows: Abdominal discomfort Bulk laxatives absorb water and swell in the intestines, giving rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation, abdominal discomfort, and flatulence. Dehydration Since these laxatives take large amount of water to be able to exert their effects, caution must be exercised with regards to rehydration. Noncompliance with rehydration can lead to episodes of intense dehydration. Choking and difficulty breathing Water is [...]

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