A client is being treated for constipation. The physician orders a retention enema. What information does the nurse need to share with the client?
a. A retention enema is administered the same way as a regular enema except that the contents must be retained for 30 minutes or more.
b. A retention enema is administered in exactly the same way as a regular enema.
c. The client should lie on the right side for an hour after having a retention enema.
d. The client should walk for 15 minutes after having a retention enema.
ANSWER: a
a. A retention enema is administered the same way as a regular enema except that the contents must be retained for 30 minutes or more.
FEEDBACK:
a. With a retention enema, the contents have to be retained for 30 minutes.
b. A retention enema is not given in exactly the same way as a regular enema. .
c. There is no requirement that the client lie on the right side after a retention enema. .
d. There is no requirement that the client walk for 15 minutes after a retention enema. .
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