Kaplan Foundation B Practice Test

When stopping an enema, which condition indicates you should stop?

The patient has pain, bleeding, or resistance is met. The patient reports relief after the enema. The patient experiences mild cramping. The patient is thirsty.

Correct Answer:

The patient has pain, bleeding, or resistance is met.

Explanation:

Stopping an enema safely hinges on recognizing signals that something isn’t right. If the patient experiences pain, there is bleeding, or you encounter resistance during the procedure, you stop immediately. These signs point to possible tissue injury, a perforation risk, or an obstruction, and continuing could cause serious harm. Mild cramping can occur as the colon fills and is generally tolerable, so it isn’t by itself a reason to stop. Being thirsty isn’t a relevant safety signal for halting the enema. If red flags appear, pause the procedure, assess the situation, check the equipment and patient position, and seek guidance as needed to ensure safety before deciding how to proceed.

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