Which is the optimum position in which to place the patient for insertion of a rectal suppository?

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The left side-lying Sims' position exposes the anus and helps the patient to relax the external anal sphincter,while lessening the likelihood that the suppository or feces will be expelled.
The supine and dorsal recumbent positions would make access to the anus difficult and would allow the suppository to slip out.

Which Is the Optimum Position in Which to Place the Patient