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

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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.

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