Rectal Examination Flashcards

1
Q

Remember

A

Refer to them as Mr/Mrs

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How do you examine the perinal area?

A

Gently separate the buttocks to inspect the perianal area

Look at the shape of the anus

Anal tone

Strain down

Descent of anus

Rectal prolapse

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3
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When inserting finger, maker sure to place the pulp of finger on..

A

Posterior anal margin

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4
Q

In which order do you assess the walls of the rectum?

A

Posterior and posterolateral walls first

Anterior and anterolateral walls after

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5
Q

What are you feeling for?

A

Presence/absence of faeces - consistency

Palpable abnormalities (e.g irregularity in rectal wall or a mass within the lumen of the rectum)

Ask patient to bear down

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6
Q

What can you do as you withdraw your finger?

A

Feel for any irregularities within the anal canal

Examine gloved finger for stool colour and for any blood, mucus and pus

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