Reference no: EM133707181

Question

What does the nurse know to be true about administering vaginal suppositories to an adult? Vaginal suppositories should be inserted approximately 5 cm along the posterior wall. Vaginal suppositories should be inserted approximately 8 cm along the posterior wall. Vaginal suppositories should be inserted approximately 10 cm along the anterior wall. Vaginal suppositories should be inserted approximately 2.5 cm along the anterior wall.The nurse is observing an unregulated care provider give a suppository as part of a bowel routine activity of daily living. Which action by the UCP would indicate a knowledge deficit with this procedure and the need for further teaching by the nurse? The UCP lubricates the smooth rounded end of the suppository before inserting. The UCP holds the patient's buttocks together for a few minutes after the procedure. The UCP applies clean gloves before commencing the procedure. The UCP gently inserts the suppository through the anal spincter into the feces.