A nurse is preparing a hospitalized patient for a colonoscopy.Which nursing action is the recommended preparation for thistest?a. Have the patient follow a clear liquid diet 24 to 48 hoursbefore the test.b. Have the patient take Dulcolax and ingest a gallon ofbowel cleaner on day 1.c. Prepare the patient for the use of general anesthesia duringthe test.d. Explain that barium contrast mixture will be given to drinkbefore the test.

A nurse is preparing a hospitalized patient for a colonoscopy.Which nursing action is the recommended preparation for thistest?a. Have the patient follow a clear liquid diet 24 to 48 hoursbefore the test.b. Have the patient take Dulcolax and ingest a gallon ofbowel cleaner on day 1.c. Prepare the patient for the use of general anesthesia duringthe test.d. Explain that barium contrast mixture will be given to drinkbefore the test.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter39: Phlebotomy

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