Republic of The Philippines University Town, Northern Samar Website: Email
Republic of The Philippines University Town, Northern Samar Website: Email
Republic of The Philippines University Town, Northern Samar Website: Email
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Republic of the Philippines
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
University Town, Northern Samar
Website: uep.edu.ph Email: uepnsofficial@gmail.com
PROCEDURE RATIONALE
1. Check the doctor’s order Ensure safe and accurate administration of
medication.
2. Observe the 5R’s drug administration. Ensures accuracy and decreases chances of
a) Right patient medication error.
b) Right Dose
c) Right Time
d) Right Route
e) Right Frequency
3. Assess the client`s need for rectal Allow to determine the need for medication.
medication.
4. Gather the equipment needed. Helps the procedure flow smoothly.
5. Identify the clients and explain the Promotes confidence and maintains self-image.
procedure. Assess client`s readiness to
receive the medication.
6. Wash hands. Reduce the transmission of microorganisms.
7. Wear Gloves. Prevents contact with fecal material.
8. Assist the client into lying position (Sims) The descending colon is on the left side; this is a
preferably left side wit6h the upper leg more anatomically correct position. This position
drawn toward chest (if tolerated). exposes the anus to identify the placement.
9. Retract buttocks with non-dominant hand Correct placement ensures adequate absorption
visualizing the anus. Using the dominant and slow insertion minimizes pain and less
index finger, slowly and gently insert the chance for expulsion of medication.
suppository thru the internal sphincter
against the rectal wall.
10. Withdraw finger and wipe anal area. Promotes comfort and cleanliness.
11. Instruct the client to remain in bed for at To keep suppository in place for better
least 10 minutes. If administering, absorption.
suppository containing laxative, assist client
once he has sensation to defecate.
12. Remove gloves and wash hands. Reduce transmission of microorganisms.
13. Record the procedure. To provide accurate data needed in the care of
client.
Control No._____
Republic of the Philippines
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
University Town, Northern Samar
Website: uep.edu.ph Email: uepnsofficial@gmail.com
Remarks:___________________________________________________________________________
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Grade: _____________
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Clinical Instructor Student’s Signature
Control No._____
Republic of the Philippines
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
University Town, Northern Samar
Website: uep.edu.ph Email: ueppres06@gmail.com
Remarks:
Grade:
Rating Scale:
Excellent : 96-100%
Good : 80-84%
Fair : 75-79%