Which response is best when a patient refuses a stool softener after pituitary surgery?

D You can choose not to take the stool softener if you feel you do not need it. C It is important you do not strain during bowel movements because this could result in increased pressure on your surgical site. A You need the stool softener because it will be hard to defecate while you remain in bed. B Any manipulation of the pituitary gland can cause difficulty in defecation, so stool softeners are important after your surgery.