The patient is seen in the gastroenterology clinic after having experienced changes in his bowel elimination. A colonoscopy is ordered, and the patient has questions about the examination
What information should the nurse give the patient before the colonoscopy? a. No special preparation is required.
b. Light sedation is normally used.
c. No metallic objects are allowed.
d. Swallowing of an opaque liquid is required.
B
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A Special preparation is required before a colonoscopy. Clear liquids are given the day before, to be followed by some form of bowel cleanser. Enemas until clear also may be ordered.
B Light sedation is required for a colonoscopy.
C No restriction of metallic objects is made for a colonoscopy.
D A colonoscopy does not require the swallowing of an opaque liquid.
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