Enema/Rectal Meds-4 Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What are rectal medications called?
A
suppositories
2
Q
What medications are given rectally ?
A
Tylenol, Phenergan, ect.
3
Q
What position should patients be in for administering enema or rectal meds?
A
Left side Lying Sims
4
Q
What four medications are enemas?
A
Fleet
Soap Suds
Saline
Milk and Molasses
5
Q
What should you place under a patient before giving an enema?
A
Waterproof pad
6
Q
What is the depth for inserting an enemas ?
A
7.5 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches)
7
Q
How long is solution retained for ?
A
typically 2 to 5 minutes
8
Q
How should you insert the tip into the anus?
A
Towards the patient’s umbilicus
9
Q
How should you start the container of milk and molasses?
A
Start at the patients hips and slowly raise higher.
