The nurse is reviewing teaching with a patient who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram. The nurse recognizes that further teaching is needed when the patient states, "I will
1. not drink any fluids for at least 12 hours before the procedure."
2. start the bowel prep with a suppository the night before the procedure."
3. take the prescribed laxative the morning of the procedure."
4. not eat solid food for at least 8 hours before the procedure."
Correct Answer: 1
Tell the patient not to eat food for 8 to 12 hours prior to the test; clear liquids are allowed. Instruct the patient to complete ordered pretest bowel preparation the night before and morning of the test.
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