70-year-old with chronic pain is on regular morphine. Which prophylactic medication should be offered for constipation prevention?...

Question

70-year-old with chronic pain is on regular morphine. Which prophylactic medication should be offered for constipation prevention?

Accepted Answer

Senna or another stimulant laxative

Answer

Bulk-forming laxative only

Answer

No prophylaxis needed

Answer

H2 receptor antagonist

Answer

Proton pump inhibitor

MCQ (SBA): Pharmacology & Prescribing