A pregnant patient is having problems with constipation with no ease of symptoms. Milk of magnesia (magnesium sulfate) is ordered but only for a 72-hour period for which of the following reasons:
Question 43
Select one:
A. Concerns about elevated magnesium levels
B. Concerns about dehydration and electrolyte imbalances
C. Concerns about the development of colon polyps
D. Concerns about appetite suppression