A client who is receiving sodium polystyrene sulfonate reports having two watery stools since starting the medication the previous day. Which action should the practical nurse (PN) take?

A. Recommend client increase fiber intake: Not necessary; diarrhea is due to medication effect. B. Report the liquid stool to the healthcare provider: Not necessary unless excessive diarrhea or dehydration occurs. C. Explain that this is a desired effect of the medication: Kayexalate removes potassium through the stool; watery stools show it is working. D. Withhold the medication until diarrhea stops: Only done if severe diarrhea or electrolyte imbalance occurs.