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Table 3 Some examples of changes made across the PILs following CIs

From: Development of a series of patient information leaflets for constipation using a range of cognitive interview techniques: LIFELAX

Type of change

Before

After/action

Wording

Gut

Bowel

 

Exercise

Activity

 

Gut motility

Bowel movement

 

Lactose intolerant

Dairy intolerance

 

Probiotics

Friendly bacteria

 

Bulking agents, osmotic agents, stimulants and softeners

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Examples given

Types of activity/exercise

Household activity given as an example