The nurse is administering a cleansing enema to a client with a fecal impaction. Before administering the enema, the nurse asks the client to assume a left Sims’ position. The nurse explains that this...

The nurse is administering a cleansing enema to a client with a fecal impaction. Before administering the enema, the nurse asks the client to assume a left Sims’ position. The nurse explains that this positioning is preferred because of which reason?

1. The nurse is right-handed.

2. The rectal sphincter will relax.

3. The enema will flow into the bowel easily.

4. The client is more likely to retain the enema solution.