Which type of lubricant would the nurse use to administer a rectal suppository?
a. Petroleum jelly
b. Mineral oil
c. Water soluble
d. Anesthetic
ANS: C
Water soluble lubricants should be used with rectal suppository administration. When not available, water can be used to moisten mucosal surfaces. Petroleum-based and oil-based lubricants can harbor bacteria and promote infection. Unless the patient has pain in the rectal area (in which case another route of administration should be considered), anesthetic should not be required.
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