Which instructions should be given to a patient in preparation for a barium enema?
A. Tell the patient to take one tablet of contrast medium every 5 minutes the night before, until six tablets are taken
B. Tell the patient the procedure will last 4 hours
C. Instruct the patient to follow a clear liquid diet beginning the morning before the procedure
D. Tell the patient it is not necessary to take laxatives or electrolyte solutions for this test
E. Tell the patient he may have a glass of milk the morning of the examination
Answer: C
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