Digital rectal exam

Question 1

Introduction

Answer 1

1 - Introduce Yourself
2 - Confirm for patients' details
3 - Explain the procedure
4 - Gain Consent
5 - Ask if they have any pain before starting

Question 2

Pre-procedure

Answer 2

1 - Wash hands
2 - Gather equipment:
-Gloves
-Apron
-Lubricant
-Paper towels
3 - Position patient with sheet

Question 3

First Steps

Answer 3

1 - Expose patient
2 - General inspection
-Masses?
-Infection?
-Rashes

Question 4

Second steps

Answer 4

Lubricate finger
Insert it gently
1 - Palpate prostate
2 - Rotate the finger 360º
3 - Asses anal tone
4 - Withdraw & inspect blood and stool
5 - Wipe away the excess lubricant

Question 5

Final steps

Answer 5

1 - Recover patient
2 - Dispose equipment
3 - Wash hands