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MrsRamone Has a Problem with Constipation and Requires a Cleansing

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Mrs.Ramone has a problem with constipation and requires a cleansing enema.What action is expected of a hypertonic solution enema like sodium phosphate?


A) It exerts osmotic pressure and draws fluid from the interstitial space into the colon.
B) It exerts a lower osmotic pressure than the surrounding interstitial fluid.
C) It exerts the same osmotic pressure as the interstitial fluid surrounding the colon.
D) It stimulates peristalsis by increasing the volume in the colon and irritating the colon.

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