The Client Is Scheduled to Be Treated with Bisacodyl (Dulcolax)

question 9

Multiple Choice

The client is scheduled to be treated with bisacodyl (Dulcolax) to promote postpartum bowel function. What is the most important instruction that the nurse should give the client?

• A) Always crush the tablets.
• B) Give within 1 hour of drinking milk.
• C) Never crush the tablets.
• D) Give within 1 hour of taking an antacid.

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Definitions:

Abd

An abbreviation frequently used in healthcare and medical imaging to refer to the abdomen or abdominal area.

T

Often represents the abbreviation for 'Tesla,' a unit of measurement for magnetic field strength, or it can indicate 'Thymidine' in molecular biology.

RLQ

Refers to Right Lower Quadrant, a term used in medicine to describe a section of the abdomen.

LAT

An abbreviation commonly used in medical imaging, especially radiography, referring to a lateral view or projection.