Which of the following instructions should be included in the post-procedure care of a patient who has had a barium enema?
A. Tell the patient to limit water intake for the next 7 days
B. Tell the patient the stools may appear whitish or lighter than usual, but this is normal
C. Tell the patient that diarrhea is a frequent side effect of the contrast medium
D. Encourage the patient to resume a high-fat diet
E. Tell the patient to lie flat for 8 hours after the procedure
Answer: B
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