A Provider Has a Routine Order for Sodium Phosphate as a Bowel

question 22

Multiple Choice

A provider has a routine order for sodium phosphate as a bowel cleanser before a patient's colonoscopy. The lab report shows that the patient's creatinine clearance and blood urea nitrogen are both elevated. What will the provider do in response to these lab results?

• A) Reduce the amount of fluid given with the laxative to prevent fluid retention.
• B) Prescribe polyethylene glycol and electrolytes (PEG-ELS) instead.
• C) Suggest that the patient reduce the dietary sodium intake.
• D) Prescribe a laxative suppository instead.

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