ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION: RECTAL SUPPOSITORY

Course overview

A rectal suppository is a solid medication preparation made with a cocoa butter or glycerin base that is inserted into the rectum. The preparation dissolves at body temperature and the medication is absorbed by way of the rectal mucosal lining into the bloodstream. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of administration of medication by rectal suppository, including procedure, supplies needed, and potential complications related to caring for the patient receiving a rectal suppository. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.