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Enema

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Medical ProcedurePlay
An enema is a common clinical procedure, not a home remedy or a casual topic. SlideDuring a hospital stay, the nurse may perform an enema.
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Specific UsagePlay
The term 'enema' is specific; it doesn't refer to tablets or any other form of medication. SlideThe patient received an enema, not oral medication, for her condition.
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Preparation ContextPlay
'Enema' can be used in preparing for a medical test or surgery, to clear the bowel. SlideThe patient was given a barium enema before the X-ray examination.