Enemas Pretest1. A nurse is preparing to administer the first of two large-volume, cleansing enemas prescribedfor a patient in preparation for a diagnostic procedure. Which of the following is an appropriatestep in the procedure?- Warm the enema solution prior to instillation.- Prepare 1,500 mL of enema fluid.- Use tap water as the enema fluid.- Hang the enema container 24 inches above the anus.It is important to warm the enema solution because cold fluid can cause abdominal cramping. Thesolution should not be too hot, though, because hot fluid can injure the intestinal mucosa.Bowel Elimination ATI1.While a nurse is administering a cleansing enema, the clientreports abdominal cramping. Which of the following actionsshould the nurse take?
