A nurse is preparing to administer bisacodyl suppository to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Insert the suppository just beyond the internal sphincter
Lubricate dominant index finger
Use a rectal applicator for insertion
Position the client supine with knees bent
Don sterile gloves
Correct Answer : A,B,E
A. Ensures retention of the suppository
B. For smooth insertion
C. Can cause trauma and should be avoided
D. Does not follow anatomy of the distal gut-Sim’s position preferred

E. For infection control
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Aptt is sensitive to heparin and hence use to monitor the therapeutic effects. This helps to ensure that the drug exert if therapeutic effects with increasing the risk of bleeding due to overdose.
A. Bleeding times is a test used to screen for bleeding disorders
B and D are not used for monitoring
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Antivenins are used to neutralize toxins from the bite
B, C – Not relevant
D- Only used when there are concerns of contamination which is not present in a spider bite
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