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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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ANS: D
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