The nurse is participating in the care of a client who is to receive a sodium phosphate enema for constipation. The proper administration of the enema includes which of the following steps? Select all that apply.1. Allow gravity to instill the enema solution.2. Assist the client to the Sims' position.3. Chill the solution in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.4. Encourage the client to retain the solution for 5 to 15 minutes.5. Insert the tip of the container 0.5' into the rectum.6. Wash hands per protocol and put on gloves.

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The nurse is participating in the care of a client who is to receive a sodium phosphate enema for constipation. The proper administration of the enema includes which of the following steps? Select all that apply.<br>1. Allow gravity to instill the enema solution.<br>2. Assist the client to the Sims' position.<br>3. Chill the solution in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.<br>4. Encourage the client to retain the solution for 5 to 15 minutes.<br>5. Insert the tip of the container 0.5' into the rectum.<br>6. Wash hands per protocol and put on gloves.