The Patient Is Receiving a Soapsuds Enema but Is Having

question 13

Multiple Choice

The patient is receiving a soapsuds enema but is having a difficult time retaining the fluid.What action should the nurse take?

• A)Give the enema slowly.
• B)Place the patient in the dorsal recumbent position on a bedpan.
• C)Give the enema with the patient on the toilet.
• D)Give the enema in the right lateral position.
• E)Give the enema faster.

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