Question

a patient is ordered bisacodyl. before administering the drug, it is most important for the nurse to assess the patient for what?

Answer 1

Monitor baseline and post-colonoscopy laboratory tests (sodium, potassium, calcium, creatinine, and BUN) in these patients. (5.2) Renal Insufficiency Use with caution in patient with severe ulcerative colitis, ileus or gastric retention.