GI Rectal Flashcards by Margaret Grant

Rectal Exam How to start?

Introduction
Name + DOB
Explanation: be formal  (uncomfortable, painful)
Chaperone
Consent
Position: onto left side

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Rectal Exam Where should the gel go?

onto tissue then glove

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Rectal Examination

What to look for?

Check perianal area by separating buttocks 
Check for normal anal tone
Assess tone by squeeze
Sweep around
Bear down

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