Enema Administration

Clinical Summary: An enema is the injection of fluid into the lower bowel to stimulate evacuation. It is a clinical intervention for severe constipation or bowel preparation.

What is the Service?

The nurse administers the prescribed fluid (saline or medication) using a sterile technique and provides the necessary monitoring and hygiene support.

Why get this service?

• Chronic or severe constipation that has not responded to oral laxatives.
• Bowel preparation before a scheduled medical procedure.
• Fecal impaction management in elderly or bedbound patients.

Clinical Benefit

Professional administration ensures the fluid is delivered at the correct temperature and volume to be effective without causing cramping or injury.

Preparation

Ensure easy access to a bathroom or have a bedpan/commode ready. The nurse will need the specific enema solution if prescribed.