Rectal Suppository Administration

Rectal Suppository Administration


Medical Equipments:

Medication Administration Record (MAR)
Prescribed Rectal suppository
Water Soluble Lubricant (K-Y Jelly)
Non-sterile Gloves
Tissue
Bedpan (as optional)


Nursing Procedures:

Identify any allergies that patient has
Gather necessary equipments
Determine the written order on MAR
Wash your hands
Check the patient’s identification
As patient if she or he wants to void
Explain the procedure to the patient briefly
Don non sterile gloves
Place patient in the Sim’s left lateral position with the upper leg flexed
Open the package of lubricant and remove the foil wrapper from the suppository
Apply a small amount of lubricant to the smooth rounded end of the suppository
Lubricate the gloved index finger
Ask the patient to breathe through the mouth
Insert the suppository into the rectal canal beyond the internal sphincter about 4 inches for an adult and 2 inches for a child
Avoid inserting the suppository into feces
Withdraw the finger and wipe the anal area with tissue
Ask patient to remain in bed for 15 minutes and to resist urge to defecate
Remove glove and wash hand
Record the name of the drug, dosage, route, and time of administration on MAR
Observe the effectiveness of medication

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