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PROCEDURE CHECKLIST 8
THERAPEUTIC
Administering medication per rectum: Suppository
NO. PROCEDURE REMARKS
1. Ensure physician’s order
2. Greet patient and introduce self
3. Wash hands. Prepare requirements equipment
4. Explain procedure to patient
5. Provide privacy
6. Don non-sterile gloves
7. Place waterproof sheath under patient’s
buttocks
8. Position patient in left lateral / Sim’s position
with upper leg flexed.
9. Expose the rectum
10. Insert the rectal suppositories
10.1 Open suppository foil and lubricate tip of suppository.
Apply a small amount of lubricant to the smooth round
10.2
end of the suppository
Instruct patient to take deep breaths and breathe
10.3
through the mouth, to relax the anal sphincter.
10.4 Insert suppository gently with pointed end facing inwards
Insert suppository into rectal canal beyond the internal
10.5
sphincter, abou10 cm for adult and 5 cm for child
Withdraw the fingers and wipe the anal area with
10.6
tissue
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