You are about to perform a rectal examination of an older adult.
What are the steps to examine this patient?
Explain your rationale.
What are some findings you can have while assessing the rectal sphincter?
Describe the differences during the rectal examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy.
What findings would expect on physical examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy?
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You are preparing to do a rectal examination on an elderly person.
What steps will be taken to examine this patient?
Explain your reasoning.
What are some of the results of a rectal sphincter examination?
Describe the differences between acute prostatitis and benign prostatic enlargement during a rectal examination.
What physical examination findings should be expected in cases of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy?
