BIOD351 / BIOD 351 Module 7 (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Pharmacology | Questions & Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct - Portage Learning
Question:
Select the drug class that is NOT commonly associated with causing constipation
a) Anticholinergics
b) Calcium containing antacids
c) Emollients
d) Opiate analgesics
Answer:
Emollients
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Question:
Which type of laxative has no major drug interactions?
Answer:
Saline laxatives
Question:
Psyllium mechanism of action
Answer:
absorbs water into intestines
bulk forming
Question:
Docusate sodium MOA
Answer:
lower surface tension of GI fluids
stool softener
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Question:
Lactulose MOA
Answer:
Increase fecal water content
hyperosmotic
Question:
Magnesium hydroxide MOA
Answer:
increase osmotic pressure in the small intestines
saline
Question:
Senna MOA
Answer:
Activate nerves within the intestines
stimulant
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