A 78-year-old female with chronic pain is started on oral morphine. She complains of constipation. What is the recommended prophylactic management?...

Question

A 78-year-old female with chronic pain is started on oral morphine. She complains of constipation. What is the recommended prophylactic management?

Accepted Answer

Co-prescribe a stimulant laxative (e.g., senna) and/or stool softener

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Advise high-fibre diet only

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Add a bulk-forming laxative alone

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Wait until constipation develops

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Switch to fentanyl patch

MCQ (SBA): Constipation