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Your patient requires an enema (where a solution is introduced into the rectum to stimulate the...

Your patient requires an enema (where a solution is introduced into the rectum to stimulate the expulsion of fecal matter) as part of a "colonic cleansing" preparation before an imaging procedure. Which is safer for your patient: a solution of plain tap water (no solutes) or a solution of 150mM NaCl (which is isotonic)?

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Colonic cleansing is important procedure before imagine procedure

Purpose:To remove toxins from the gastrointestinal tract

A solution of plain tap water is usually safe to usese for colonic cleansing

During colonic cleansing large amount of water are flushed through the colon via rectal tube inserted

Colon cleanse improve health by removing toxins, boosting the energy and improving immune system

Side effects: Bloating, cramping, diarrhoea,nausea amd vomiting

Other potential concern with colonic cleansing include:

1.Dehydration

2.Tear in the rectum

3.Infection

4.Change in the electrolyte balance

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