Help him to lie on his left side with his knees drawn up towards his chest

Help him to lie on his left side with his knees drawn up towards his chest

It would be better just to explain that position to your patient and leave him to take it. He will feelmore comfortable that way.

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Map: OSCE Station 2. Rectal examination (175)
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Place your finger on the anus so that it point anteriorly
Inform the patient it might be a painful procedure
Put on gloves and lubricant
Tell the patient you are about to start the procedure
Help him to lie on his left side with his knees drawn up towards his chest

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