Administering Enema

Before administrating enema

 * 1) Ask the name and date of birth of the patient
 * 2) Compare them with the name and date of birth written on the patient’s hand marker
 * 3) Ensure the patients privacy
 * 4) Explain the patient the whole procedure
 * 5) Assemble necessary equipment and check the date of expiration
 * 6) Wash hands with soap
 * 7) Wash hands with antiseptic
 * 8) Wear non sterile gloves

Administering Enema STEP BY STEP

 * 1) Wear apron
 * 2) Unwrap the catheter with NON sterile gloves
 * 3) Lubricate a small swab and then lubricate the tip of the catheter
 * 4) With one hand open the glutei
 * 5) With the other insert the catheter gently into the anus
 * 6) Connect the catheter with the fluid tube
 * 7) Release fluid flow
 * 8) Allow fluid drainage for some time
 * 9) Stop the flow by clutching the scissors
 * 10) Take a small bandage and grab the catheter and with the other, open the glutei and remove gently the catheter
 * 11) Ask the patient to hold the fluid inside him as long as possible and suggest walking