Suppositories - Video Lesson

Hey, everyone. Welcome back for exploration of the different procedures for administering medication. This lesson focuses on suppositories, their uses, and the procedures for administering rectal and vaginal suppositories. A suppository is a cone, egg, or spindle shaped medication made for insertion into the rectum, vagina, or urethra. Suppositories melt at body temperature and are absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Suppositories are a unique form of medication administration and can be the best course of treatment in several situations. Suppositories are often indicated for patients who cannot take medications orally, such as those with severe nausea and vomiting, difficulty swallowing, or unconsciousness. This includes postoperative patients, individuals undergoing chemotherapy, and those with gastrointestinal disorders that impede the absorption of oral medications. Certain medications are absorbed more quickly and effectively through the rectal mucosa. For instance, in cases of severe