Following a colonoscopy with polyp removal, the wife of the patient is distressed that there is slight bleeding from her husband's rectum. The nurse's most helpful response would be:
A) "This small amount of bleeding is expected after the removal of polyps."
B) "I will notify the physician about this hemorrhage."
C) "I will watch your husband very carefully to assess any further hemorrhage."
D) "Don't worry. This small amount of blood happens with these procedures."

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A small amount of bleeding following a colonoscopy with polyp removal is to be expected. The family should be prepared for the slight bleeding.

Following a Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal, the Wife of the Patient