A Patient Reports Having Occasional Acute Constipation with Large,hard Stools

A patient reports having occasional acute constipation with large,hard stools and pain and asks the primary care NP about medication to treat this condition.The NP learns that the patient drinks 1500 mL of water daily; eats fruits,vegetables,and bran; and exercises regularly.The NP should recommend:

A) a daily bulk laxative.
B) long-term docusate sodium.
C) a saline laxative as needed.
D) glycerin suppositories as needed.

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