A Patient Expresses Concerns Over Having Black Stool

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient expresses concerns over having black stool.The fecal occult test is negative.Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A)"This is probably a false-negative result;we should rerun the test."
• B)"Do you take iron supplements?"
• C)"You should schedule a colonoscopy as soon as possible."
• D)"Sometimes severe stress can alter stool colour."

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