While Recovering from Surgery,a 74-Year-Old Woman Started Taking Senna (Senokot)to

While recovering from surgery,a 74-year-old woman started taking senna (Senokot) to relieve constipation caused by the pain medications.She is also taking digoxin (Lanoxin) and tetracycline.She tells the nurse that she likes how "regular" her bowel movements are now that she is taking the laxative.What important information should the nurse teach this patient?

A) Use of a stimulant laxative will not affect the absorption of her other medications.
B) It is important to have a daily bowel movement to promote bowel health.
C) Long-term use of laxatives often results in decreased bowel tone and may lead to dependency.
D) She should switch to glycerin suppositories to continue having daily bowel movements.