You are preparing to administer activated charcoal to a patient who has ingested a poison. The activated charcoal authorized by your medical director also contains a cathartic. What statement would you make to the patient regarding this additive?

A) "You may experience diarrhea after taking the charcoal."
B) "This charcoal will most likely give you a slight headache."
C) "The additive in the charcoal may cause you to vomit."
D) "If you have a heart condition, I cannot give you this medication."

A

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