The nurse is instructing a client prior to a colonoscopy. The client states, "Why do I have to drink this disgusting liquid?" The nurse is most correct to verbalize the goal of the oral preparation as which of the following?
A) "To allow ease of passage of the scope through the colon"
B) "To decrease pain associated with fecal matter being pressed against the colon wall"
C) "To cleanse the bowel to promote clear visualization of structures"
D) "To eliminate gas from the internal portion of the colon"
C
Feedback:
The goal of the oral preparation is to eliminate fecal matter to visualize the colon structures. Having a clean colon free of fecal matter does allow for easy of passage of the scope and eliminates gas. The client is sedated throughout the procedure so does not experience pain.
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