Treatments for constipation.

  create a patient teaching aid about over-the-counter treatments for constipation. Include the following sections/headings. You do not have to use these exact words for headings, but they should be labeled in a way that is very clear to your instructor of which topic you are addressing. When should a laxative be used? Classification/Types (Bulk, Osmotic, Stimulant, Surfactant) How each type works Examples of each When should each laxative type be considered? When would each laxative type be contraindicated? Caution of laxative overuse Symptoms of laxative overuse Long-term health risks of laxative overuse Who is at risk? Possible referrals Format Readability Lay language for patients