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ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Which type of laxative causes peristalsis by irritating the bowel?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stimulant laxatives like bisacodyl or senna work by directly irritating the bowel lining, causing increased muscle contractions and promoting peristalsis. This stimulation helps move stool through the intestines. Stool softeners (
A) simply add moisture to stool, saline/osmotic laxatives (
B) draw water into the bowel, and bulk-forming laxatives (
D) increase stool mass without directly stimulating peristalsis.
Choices E, F, and G are not provided.
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