A patient is on laxative therapy.What important information about this therapy should the nurse provide the patient?

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Bisacodyl is best taken on an empty stomach and should be given with water only,because interactions with milk and antacids may occur.All laxative tablets should be swallowed whole.A normal bowel pattern does not necessarily mean one bowel movement a day.Psyllium should be taken with at least 240 mL of fluid.

A Patient Is on Laxative Therapy