Lorrie...that is alot of fiber...I hope he is drinking alot of water...that fiber can turn to concrete inside when combined with the narcotics...I would talk to his Dr.
While on Hospice the nurses generally take bloodwork once a week as long as the veins allow, and are in constant contact with the Dr. before they do anything...I think if they think they can do it at home they will, just a few extra blue pads, and they go for it...(and they clean up after which is a god send)...If the enema doesn't work they will take the next steps...they are well trained...
Also, Julieanne...if your mom goes with an IV or Sub Q Morphine pump she will also get saline which will give her added fluids, and very controlled pain relief...just a thought.
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