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episode 220: CRACKCast E220 - Constipation
Core Questions
- List risk factors for constipation .
- List 10 causes of constipation (Box 29.1).
- Describe an approach to the history and physical exam of the constipated patient.
- What ancillary testing should and should not be ordered in constipation?
- Describe an approach to management of constipation in the ED (figure 29.1) .
- Describe 5 classes of laxative agents.
- List the lifestyle changes that constipation patients should be counselled about.
Wisecracks
- List 5 medications that can cause constipation.
- What agents can be considered in refractory opioid-induced constipation?
- Describe the mechanism of action of PEG 3350.
- Describe the mechanism of overflow incontinence.