A patient has been taking psyllium two to three times daily for several days but has not passed a stool. What initial action will the prescriber take when the patient reports abdominal pain?

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The prescriber should first assess the patient by palpating the abdomen and auscultating for bowel sounds to determine the cause of the abdominal pain and lack of bowel movement before recommending any further treatment.

A Patient Has Been Taking Psyllium Two to Three Times