The Patient Asks If Rectal Suppositories Can Be Used to Assist

question 9

Multiple Choice

The patient asks if rectal suppositories can be used to assist with constipation problems with his colostomy.The nurse clarifies that suppositories:

• A) Can be used in double-barreled colostomies
• B) Can be used in a stoma.
• C) Should not ever be used in a colostomy
• D) Will not penetrate well enough to relieve constipation

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