The 80-year-old client with diverticulosis is prescribed the stool surfactant docusate sodium (Colace). Which assessment data indicate the medication is effective? 1. The client has a bowel movement...

The 80-year-old client with diverticulosis is prescribed the stool surfactant docusate sodium (Colace). Which assessment data indicate the medication is effective?

1. The client has a bowel movement within 8 hours.

2. The client has soft, brown stools.

3. The client has a soft, nontender abdomen.

4. The client has bowel sounds in all four quadrants.