Enemas

Question 1

Cleansing enema: Hypertonic/ ISOTONIC
Works by ——–, drawing fluid out of ——- into ——–, which then fills with fluids and distends
Work by expanding the colon, thus promoting ———

Answer 1

Osmotic pressure
Out of interstitial into colon
Promote primary action: Peristalsis stimulation

Question 2

Oil retention enema

Answer 2

The feces absorb the oil and become softer and easier to pass. The patient must retain for 1-3 hours for best results

Question 3

Medication enemas

Answer 3

Antibiotic or anthelmintic enemas used to treat local infections such as bacteria, worms, and parasites. Type of retention enemas.

Question 4

Carminative enemas

Answer 4

Provide relief from gastric distention by stimulating peristalsis to improve passage of flatus.

Question 5

Return-flow enemas

Answer 5

100-200 mLs of solution, administered and then drained from rectum (often repeated until drainage is clear).
Provide relief from gastric distention by stimulating peristalsis to improve passage of flatus.