A patient scheduled for bowel surgery has an order to receive enemas until clear. The nurse is aware that no more than three enemas should be given because:
A) repeated enemas may cause more flatus.
B) the patient may develop an irritated rectum.
C) repeated enemas may cause electrolyte imbalance.
D) the patient may develop severe diarrhea.
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