While Counseling a Patient Who Takes Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) for Constipation

Multiple Choice

While counseling a patient who takes Dulcolax (bisacodyl) for constipation, the nurse recognizes that further teaching is required by which of the following statements?

A) "I try not to take it very often, but when I need it, it sure helps."
B) "If I take it at night, I can usually have a bowel movement in the morning."
C) "They told me it was important not to strain when I move my bowels."
D) "I usually drink about three cups of water or coffee every day; I don't like milk or juice."