Multiple Choice
A patient expresses concerns over having black stool.The fecal occult test is negative.Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) "This is probably a false negative; we should rerun the test."
B) "Do you take iron supplements?"
C) "You should schedule a colonoscopy as soon as possible."
D) "Sometimes severe stress can alter stool color."
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