The client who has abdominal distention and complains of "gas pains" tells the nurse that the physician has just stated that a treatment will be ordered. The nurse understands that the physician will most likely order a(n):
1. rectal tube insertion.
2. oil retention enema.
3. cleansing enema.
4. Fleet enema.
ANS: 1
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