Which of the following is included for a patient having a cholecystography? 

A. Have the patient lie on her side during the procedure
B. Tell the patient to eat a high-fat dinner the evening before the test
C. Tell the patient to take the oral contrast medium the evening before the test
D. Have the patient take a laxative to prevent constipation from the contrast medium
E. Instruct the patient to eat a normal breakfast the morning of the procedure


C. Tell the patient to take the oral contrast medium the evening before the test
The patient should take the oral contrast medium, usually in tablet form, beginning about 2 hours after dinner or as prescribed by the doctor.

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