Question

You evaluate that the enemas have had the desired effect when you find a

A. large amount of slightly discolored solution with no solid fecal matter.
B. large amount of clear solution with several pea-sized flecks of stool.
C. large formed stool in a large amount of clear solution

Answer 1

The enemas are considered effective when a large amount of slightly discolored solution with no solid fecal matter is observed, indicating that the bowels have been cleared.

Step-by-step explanation:

The desired effect of an enema is typically to clear the rectum and lower bowel of feces. Given the options presented, you evaluate that the enemas have had the desired effect when you find a large amount of slightly discolored solution with no solid fecal matter. Option A suggests that the bowel contents have been evacuated with no retained solid matter, signifying a successful enema. In contrast, the presence of stool fragments, whether pea-sized as in option B or large formed stool as in option C, indicates that the enema has not been completely effective in clearing the bowel.