A client is scheduled for a barium enema.What is the nursing priority for this client?
A)Assess bowel sounds.
B)Assess for allergies.
C)Cleanse the bowel.
D)Keep the client NPO.

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The cleansing of the bowel is the nursing priority for a client scheduled for a barium enema, as ensuring the bowel is free of any stool or fecal matter will enable the test to be completed successfully. This includes both dietary restrictions and bowel preparation. The other options may also be important but are not the highest priority.

A Client Is Scheduled for a Barium Enema