The nurse has attempted to administer a tap water enema to a patient with fecal impaction,with no success.What is the next priority nursing action?

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When enemas are not successful,digital removal of the stool is occasionally necessary to break up pieces of the stool or to stimulate the anus to defecate.Tap water enemas should not be repeated because of risk of fluid imbalance.Positioning the patient on the left side does not promote defecation.A rectal tube is indicated for a patient with liquid stool incontinence but would not be applicable or effective for this patient.

The Nurse Has Attempted to Administer a Tap Water Enema