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An Elderly Patient Taking a Loop Diuretic Comes in for a Routine

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An elderly patient taking a loop diuretic comes in for a routine visit. During your interview with the patient, she informs you that she frequently uses a stimulant laxative. Which of the following problems may arise from frequent laxative use?


A) Infection
B) Duodenal ulcer
C) Electrolyte imbalance
D) Inflammatory bowel disorder

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