WorksheetsPer Rectum Administration
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
What part of the NA Proficiencies is Per Rectum Administration
1
2
3
4
What sub section within the NA Proficiencies is the administration of enemas and suppositories.
10.3
10.5
10.6
10.7
What is Bioavailability?
The proportion of an administered drug that reaches the systemic circulation
Absorption of drugs
When a drug is available
Drugs that are given by direct IV injection are said to have 100% bioavailability.
True
False
What type of medication can be administered PR
Anti-Emetics
Analgesia
Sedation
Aperients
What contra-indication for PR should be considered?
Trauma
Lack of Consent
Paralytic Ileus
Rectal Surgery
What are the names of the format of medication that can be administered PR
Enema
Suppository
Nails
What are the reasons for Rectal Administration
Evacuate the bowel
Relieve constipation
Treat haemorrhoids
Sedation
Which side should the patient lie on?
Left
Right
What position should the knees be in?
Raised up towards the chest
Straight
Should you perform a Rectal examination prior to administration of medication rectally
Yes
No
Name the 2 types of Enema
Evacuant
Retention
