A patient has been scheduled for a routine colonoscopy. Which of the following laxatives would be most appropriate to use for preparing the colon for this procedure?

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An osmotic laxative is the most appropriate choice for preparing the colon for a colonoscopy as it draws water into the colon through osmosis, flushing out stool and making the colon easier to visualize during the procedure. Bulking-forming laxatives may actually make visualization more difficult, and lubricant and stimulant laxatives are not as effective at completely emptying the colon.

A Patient Has Been Scheduled for a Routine Colonoscopy