Unit 2 - Enema, Suppository, Pessary

The main purpose for enama is to __________ in constipation or before an operation

• Evacuate the feces

• Soften the feces

• Lubricate the feces

• Expel flatus

A Carminative Enema is given to a patient to ___________

• Evacuate the feces

• Lubricate the feces

• Expel flatus

• Soften the feces

These are the common enema used in adults EXCEPT

• Saline

• Soap water

• Olive oil

• Chloroform water

These are the main risks of enema EXCEPT

• Irritation to vaginal mucosa

• Osmosis of enema solution

• Water intoxication

• Electrolyte imbalance

The force of flow of enama can be controlled by _____

• Size of tube

• Body temperature

• Pathologic injury

• Type of tube

Urethral suppositories are mainly used as antibacterial and _________ for urethral examination

• Antiseptic

• Local anaesthetic

• Anti Inflammation

• Astringent

The base generally used in production of Rectal Suppository is _________

• Theobroma oil

• Glycerine

• Glycerogelatin

• Polyethylene glycol

Theobroma cocoa are suitable ONLY for Rectal Suppository because ______

• Reduce drug interaction

• Immiscible with mucous membrane

• Improve stability of suppository

• Prevent resistance of sphincter

These are the methods used in preparing Suppositories EXCEPT

• Fusion method

• Cold compression

• Granulation

• Hand moulding

What is the storage temperature for Suppository with Theobroma oil as base?

• 20 C - 25 C

• <30 C

• Room temperature

• 2 C - 8 C