An adult resident of an assisted living facility has not responded appreciably to bulk-forming laxatives so the primary care provider has prescribed bisacodyl
The nurse who oversees the care at the facility should know that this drug may be administered by what routes? Select all that apply. A) Oral
B) Intravenous
C) Subcutaneous injection
D) Suppository
E) Intramuscular injection
A, D
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Bisacodyl can be administered orally or by suppository. Parenteral administration is not possible.
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