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Administering a Cleansing Enema (clincal skills) Qs & AS
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Administering a Cleansing Enema (clincal skills) Qs & ASWhich action would the nurse take to reduce the risk of infection among patients and staff
when administering an enema to an older adult patient with dementia? Correct Ans-
Perform hand hygiene before donning gloves.
Which action would the nurse take to ensure the safety of an older adult patient who has
received an enema? Correct Ans-Provide assistance to the bathroom for expulsion of fluid
and stool.
The nurse is preparing to administer an enema. How can the nurse best facilitate insertion of
the rectal tube? Correct Ans-Lubricate the first 6.5 to 7.5 cm (2.5 to 3 inches) of the tip of
the tube.
he nurse is delegating to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) the administration of an enema for
an older adult patient who is recovering from a stroke. The enema order reads, "Enemas until
clear." Which statement made by NAP requires the nurse to follow-up? Correct Ans-"It
may take three or four enemas to achieve a clear return."
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