Which nursing instruction is correct to provide the client following a barium enema?
A) The client will maintain a low residue diet.
B) The stools may be a white or clay colored.
C) Sips of fluid may be increased if tolerated.
D) An enema will be used to clear the bowel.
B
Feedback:
It is important to instruct the client that it is normal to have a white- or clay-colored stool following the barium enema. The client should report the color of the stool to the nurse. A progression of clay colored stools to brown-colored stools should be noted. The client is prescribed a low-residue diet before the procedure. An increased fluid intake is offered to eliminate the barium from the bowel. The client is encouraged to move the bowel independently.
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