Medicine for the Elderly Flashcards
1
Q
3 main questions to ask in constipation:
A
Frequency
Consistency
Difficulties
2
Q
Examinations for constipation:
A
Abdominal
Rectal
3
Q
Name two osmotic laxatives
A
Laxido
Lactulose
4
Q
What dose of laxido can be given?
A
Laxido sachet with 125ml water, up to 6x daily
5
Q
What dose of lactulose can be given and what is the caveat to using this option?
A
15-20ml BD
Takes 48 hours to work
6
Q
Name a softening laxative
A
Doccusate
7
Q
Name two stimulant laxatives and state their doses
A
Senna 15mg
Biscodyl 5-20mg
8
Q
Definition of polypharmacy
A
On >5 medications
9
Q
Side effects of anticholinergics:
A
ABCDS:
Agitation
Blurred vision
Constipation + confusion
Dry mouth
Stasis of urine + sweating
