A patient with constipation has been prescribed a bulk-forming laxative. Which information will the nurse provide about taking this medication?
1. "You may take this powder dry if you take it in small amounts."
2. "Drink a full glass of water after you take this medication."
3. "Let the medication mixture set for a few minutes after mixing before drinking."
4. "Lie down for 30 minutes after you take this medication."
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Rationale 1: Do not take this powder dry. It is a choking hazard.
Rationale 2: The patient should drink a full glass of water after taking this medication.
Rationale 3: The medication should be taken as soon as it is mixed.
Rationale 4: There is no reason for the patient to lie down after taking this medication.
Global Rationale:
The patient should drink a full glass of water after taking this medication. Do not take this powder dry. It is a choking hazard. The medication should be taken as soon as it is mixed. There is no reason for the patient to lie down after taking this medication
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