The Nurse Is About to Give a Rectal Suppository to a Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the administration and absorption of the rectal suppository?

• A) Having the patient lie on his or her right side, unless contraindicated
• B) Having the patient hold his or her breath during insertion of the medication
• C) Lubricating the suppository with a small amount of petroleum-based lubricant before insertion
• D) Encouraging the patient to lie on his or her left side for 15 to 20 minutes after insertion

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