Pre-Colonoscopy Instructions

Easy Reduction Of Risk Potential Therapeutic Procedures

A 60-year-old patient is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The nurse is providing pre-procedural instructions to ensure the patient's safety and comfort. Which instruction should the nurse emphasize to minimize the risk of complications during this therapeutic procedure?

You may eat solid food until the night before the procedure.

You will need to take a bowel cleansing solution as instructed.

You can take your regular medications on the day of the procedure.

You should drink only full-fat dairy products for breakfast.

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