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    The document discusses Fleet Enema and its use as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation. It should be gently inserted into the rectum and aims to hydrate and soften stool to produce a bowel movement. Side effects include mild abdominal discomfort and rectal bleeding. It should not be used more than once in 24 hours and a doctor should be informed about any issues.

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    The document discusses Fleet Enema and its use as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation. It should be gently inserted into the rectum and aims to hydrate and soften stool to produce a bowel movement. Side effects include mild abdominal discomfort and rectal bleeding. It should not be used more than once in 24 hours and a doctor should be informed about any issues.

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    Glycerin suppositories & Pedia-Lax Enema

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    The document discusses Fleet Enema and its use as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation. It should be gently inserted into the rectum and aims to hydrate and soften stool to produce a bowel movement. Side effects include mild abdominal discomfort and rectal bleeding. It should not be used more than once in 24 hours and a doctor should be informed about any issues.

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    Generic & Trade Name of Drug_ Fleet Enema, Pedia-Lax Enema(sodium phosphate rectal)__

    CLASSIFICATION OF DRUG: _________ laxatives_______________________________


    –– Indications/ Therapeutic Effects: A laxative used to relieve occasional constipation or as part of a bowel cleansing regime in preparing the colon for surgery, an x-ray
    or endoscopic examination
    Dosage Range: (19g/7g)/118mL or (19g/7g)/197mL

    Routes of Administration: gently insert the enema tip into the rectum with a slight side-to-side movement, pointing the tip toward the navel.

    Pharmacokinetics: Increasing water in the intestines to hydrate and soften stool to help produce a bowel movement

    Nursing Implications/
    Assessments: Last bowel movement, abdominal assessment

    Side/ Adverse Effects: Mild abdominal discomfort/cramps. Dehydration. Rectal bleeding. No bowel movement within 30 mins. Rectal discomfort.
    Do not use it if you have kidney disease, heart problems, or constipation with vomiting, cramps, or nausea. Avoid using other
    Contraindications:
    laxatives. Prescriptions or over-the-counter medications, vitamins/herbal products.
    Client Teaching:

    Do not use more than once in 24


    hour period.
    inform doctor if enema causes
    rectal bleeding/pain.
    Inform doctor if enema does not
    produce bowel movement
    Consume clear liquids for 24 hrs
    Do not use more than once in 24
    hour period.
    inform doctor if enema causes
    rectal bleeding/pain.
    Inform doctor if enema does not
    produce bowel movement
    Consume clear liquids for 24 hrs
    Do not use more than once in 24
    hour period.
    inform doctor if enema causes
    rectal bleeding/pain.
    Inform doctor if enema does not
    produce bowel movement
    Consume clear liquids for 24 hrs
    Do not use more than once in 24
    hour period.
    inform doctor if enema causes
    rectal bleeding/pain.
    Inform doctor if enema does not
    produce bowel movement
    Consume clear liquids for 24 hrs
    Please do not use it more than once in 24 hours.
    inform the doctor if the enema causes rectal bleeding/pain.
    Inform the doctor if the enema does not produce bowel movement.
    Consume clear liquids for 24 hrs
    Other:
    Keep outreach to the children
    Generic & Trade Name of Drug_______Glycerin suppositories___

    CLASSIFICATION OF DRUG: _________ Laxative, osmotic________________________________


    –– Indications/ Therapeutic Effects: Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Clotrimazole topical (for the skin) is used to
    treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections.
     1g
     1.5g
    Dosage Range:  2g
     2.1g
     2.8g
    Routes of Administration: Rectally

    Hyperosmotic dehydrating agent draws fluid into the colon, increase osmotic pressure, and stimulates evacuation.
    Pharmacokinetics:
    15-20 mins onset
    Nursing Implications/
    Assessments: Constipation, abdominal assessment

    Side/ Adverse Effects: Excessive bowel activity, cramping pain, rectal irritation, tenesmus
    GI obstruction, severe impaction
    Contraindications:
    Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
    Solid, bullet-shaped – insert in the rectum.
    Client Teaching:
    Dissolves and lines lower bowel

    Other:
    Lubricate stool and makes it easier to pass

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