RN Exam Practice
Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1012 of 2368

The nurse teaches a pregnant client about treating constipation. Which statement by the client shows a need for further teaching?

  1. "I will add bran cereal and fresh fruit to my diet."
  2. "I will ask my provider before I use a stool softener."
  3. "I will walk four or five times each week."
  4. "I will take bisacodyl every day to keep my bowels moving."
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Correct answer: "I will take bisacodyl every day to keep my bowels moving."

Stimulant laxatives such as bisacodyl are not recommended during pregnancy. Fiber, activity and provider-approved stool softeners are appropriate.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Constipation. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026