When preparing an adult patient for an enema, the nurse understands that the tube or nozzle should be inserted how far?

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Insert the nozzle of the container gently into the anal canal-for adults, 7.5 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches).If administering to an infant, insert the tip of the tube 2.5 to 3.75 cm (1 to 11ea595c_2bd4_efd8_af5c_e171a7fd38f4_TB5334_11 inches).If administering to a child, insert the tip of the tube 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3 inches).However, children and infants usually do not receive prepackaged hypertonic enemas because hypertonic solutions cause rapid fluid shift.Inserting the tip of the tube more than 4 inches is not appropriate at any age.

When Preparing an Adult Patient for an Enema, the Nurse