Enema Administration Procedure

Patient Preparation

• Provide privacy to the patient.
• Explain the steps of the procedure to the patient.
• Position the patient in a side-lying position with knees bent close to the chest for easy access to the rectum.
• Use absorbent pads beneath the patient to catch any spilling enema fluid.

Pre-Insertion Preparation

• Remove the protective cap from the catheter tubing.
• Apply lubrication to the tip of the tubing to prevent trauma during insertion.

Insertion of Enema Tip

• Insert the lubricated tubing tip into the rectum about 2 to 3 inches.
  • Avoid inserting too far to prevent trauma.
• Apply steady, gentle pressure during insertion.
• Use a side-to-side motion and direct the tip towards the navel for easier insertion.
• Never force the enema tip into the rectum to avoid causing bleeding or trauma.

Administering the Enema Solution

• Unclamp the enema tubing to allow the solution to flow slowly into the rectum.
• Communicate with the patient as the fluid starts to flow.
• Once the solution is fully administered, clamp the tubing and withdraw the catheter.

Post-Administration

• Educate the patient to retain the enema solution as long as possible for better effectiveness.
• Provide privacy to the patient once the procedure is complete.

General Tips

• Ensure adequate lubrication to avoid discomfort.
• Adjust the patient's position if necessary for better access to the rectum.
• Control the flow rate of the enema fluid to ensure patient comfort.
• After procedure, dispose of soiled materials properly and perform hand hygiene.