A 68-year-old male reports painless rectal bleeding occasionally noted with thin pencil-like stools,but no pain with defection.He has a history of colon polyp removal 10 years ago but was lost to follow-up.The nurse practitioner's appropriate intervention is:

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The patient's history of colon polyp removal and current symptoms suggest the possibility of colorectal cancer. Therefore, immediate referral to a gastroenterologist for a colonoscopy is the most appropriate intervention to evaluate his condition and ensure timely treatment if necessary.

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