The Nurse Is Performing a Head-To-Toe Assessment on a Patient

The nurse is performing a head-to-toe assessment on a patient taking aluminum hydroxide (AlternaGel) .Why must the nurse closely assess for bowel changes?

A) A distended abdomen could indicate constipation, a side effect of this medication.
B) Hyperactive bowel sounds indicate imminent vomiting; suction should be made available.
C) Hypoactive bowel sounds indicate duodenal ulcerations.
D) Hematochezia is a sign that the medication is working.