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 If the client is unable to hold the medication cup, assist the client by using the medication
cup to introduce the pills to the person’s mouth one at a time.
 If a medication falls on the floor, discard the pill and start over.
17. Remain with the client until he/she has taken all medication. Confirm the client’s
mouth if needed.
 Be sure that the client takes the medication.
 Leaving medication at the bedside is unsafe.
18. Perform hand hygiene
19. Record medication administration on the appropriate form:
 Sign after you have given the medication
 If a client refused the medication, record according to your hospital/agency policy on the
record.
 Document vital signs or particular assessments according to your hospital’s form
 Sign in the narcotic record for controlled substances when you remove them from the
locked area (e.g. drawer or shelf).
20. Check the client within 30 minutes after giving medication.

16.2 Suppositories
Purpose
o To produce a laxative effect; a suppository is used frequently instead of enema since it is
inexpensive.
o To check diarrhea
o To produce local sedative in the treatment of hemorrhoids or rectal abscess.
o To produce general sedative effects when medications cannot be taken by mouth.
o To check rectal bleeding.

Equipment
1. Suppository ( as ordered)
2. Gauze square
3. Rectal glove or finger cot
4. Toilet paper
5. Receiver for soiled swabs
6. Bedpan, if the treatment is to produce defection.

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