The nurse provides teaching for a postpartal woman who will take bisacodyl tablets to help with constipation. What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient about this medication?
a. "Crush the tablet if it is difficult to swallow."
b. "Store this medication in a cool, dry place."
c. "Take the tablet with a carbonated beverage."
d. "Take with milk if gastrointestinal upset occurs."
ANS: B
Bisacodyl tablets should be stored in a cool, dry place. They should not be crushed. It is not necessary to give with a carbonated beverage. Bisacodyl tablets should not be taken within 1 to 2 hours of milk or antacid.
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