5. amounts:
» adult: 1-2 quarts
» 1-2 years old: 6-12 oz.
» 3-4 years old: 12-16 oz.
» 5-10 years old: 16-32 oz.
6. lubricate nozzle; insert into rectum
7. hang bag 10-30 in. above patient, according to flow desired
8. once enema solution is accepted have patient retain as long as possible, up to 15 or 20 min.
note: if patient feels bulging or pressure in abdomen, stop enema and wait until it subsides
note: for pain of malignancy use coffee enema
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