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Title: The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the ...
Post by: Blakksheep33 on Sep 5, 2022
The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the administration and absorption of the rectal suppository?


▸ Having the patient lie on his or her right side, unless contraindicated

▸ Having the patient hold his or her breath during insertion of the medication

▸ Lubricating the suppository with a small amount of petroleum-based lubricant before insertion

▸ Encouraging the patient to lie on his or her left side for 15 to 20 minutes after insertion


Title: The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the ...
Post by: jamiecro on Sep 5, 2022
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