A patient reports taking an over-the-counter laxative for constipation daily for the past 3 weeks.What is the nurse's best action?
A) Remind the patient about the importance of adequate fluid intake and exercise to prevent constipation.
B) Instruct the patient that these drugs should not be used for more than a week without consulting the prescriber.
C) Ask the patient about usual fluid intake, urinary and bowel habits, and have the patient describe the nature of stools.
D) Contact the prescriber about an order for a stronger laxative because the one the patient is taking is not working.
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