A Patient Will Undergo a Colonoscopy, and the Provider Has

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient will undergo a colonoscopy, and the provider has ordered sodium phosphate as a bowel cleanser before the procedure. The nurse reviews the patient's chart and notes that the patient's creatinine clearance and blood urea nitrogen are both elevated. What will the nurse do?

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

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