Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding cleansing enemas?
A)Oil retention enemas are used to "harden" stool material for more complete evacuation.
B)A hypertonic or Fleet enema is used for patients unable to handle large fluid enema volumes.
C)Hypotonic enemas can be performed repeatedly until the stool is clear.
D)An enema consisting of salt with approximately 500 mL of water is harmful to infants and should never be performed.

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A hypertonic enema solution is typically used when the patient cannot tolerate large amounts of fluid.It pulls fluid from the interstitial spaces around the colon.A small amount (120 to 180 mL;4 to 6 oz)is usually effective.Hypertonic solution is available commercially under the name Fleet Enema.

Which of the Following Is a TRUE Statement Regarding Cleansing