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Which of the following instructions should be included in the post-procedure care of a patient who has had a barium enema?
A) Encourage the patient to resume a high-fat diet
B) Tell the patient the stools may appear whitish or lighter than usual, but this is normal
C) Tell the patient to lie flat for 8 hours after the procedure
D) Tell the patient that diarrhea is a frequent side effect of the contrast medium
E) Tell the patient to limit water intake for the next 7 days
Barium Enema
A diagnostic imaging procedure where barium sulfate is used to fill and visualize the large intestine, including the colon, on an X-ray.
Post-Procedure Care
Care provided after a medical procedure or surgery, aimed at supporting recovery and monitoring for any complications.
Stools Whitish
A condition where feces have a light or whitish color, often indicating a lack of bile in the digestive system.
- Recognize the preparatory steps and follow-up care associated with diverse diagnostic examinations.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the preparatory steps and follow-up care associated with diverse diagnostic examinations.
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