Enema administration

ENEMA ADMINISTRATION

  • Use a well lubricated sleeved arm and insert into the rectum
  • Insert as for as possible
  • Take a lubricated hose
  • Pass the hose into the rectum aiming the hose antero - dorsally.
  • Pass the hose till you encounter the resistance
  • Now administer the enema solution (liquid paraffin or soap-water may be used as enema).
  • Racking may be done with manual removal of dung material in case of constipation based colic cases.
  • Useful in case of severe constipation
Last modified: Tuesday, 28 September 2010, 6:56 AM