Palpation of a normal prostate in an older adult is likely to feel

• Question 1

Palpation of a normal prostate in an older adult is likely to feel:

• Question 2

Very light tan or gray stools may indicate:

• Question 3

Thrombosed hemorrhoids are:

• Question 4

The posterior surface of the prostate can be located by palpation of the:

• Question 5

Which finding in an infant may indicate lower spinal deformities?

• Question 6

Pinworms and Candida may both cause:

• Question 7

Perianal abscesses, fissures, or pilonidal cysts will cause the patient to experience:

• Question 8

The adult internal rectal sphincter is controlled by the:

• Question 9

The proximal end of the rectum is continuous with the:

• Question 10

The prostatic sulcus:

• Question 11

The urge to defecate is caused by:

• Question 12

Nodules found in the peritoneum through the anterior rectal wall:

• Question 13

The mother of a 1-week-old, breast-fed baby tells you that she is concerned because her baby has a small bowel movement each time he feeds. You should let the mother know that:

• Question 14

Mr. Gregorio is a 38-year-old patient who presents with complaints of anal pruritus. As part of your examination you complete a cellulose tape test. The cellulose tape test is used for the detection of:

• Question 15

The effects of aging on the gastrointestinal system lead to more frequent experiences of:

• Question 16

The caliber of the urinary stream is routine information in the history of:

• Question 17

Palpation of the anal ring is done by:

• Question 18

Your patient’s chief complaint is repeated, pencil-like stools. Further examination should include:

• Question 19

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening is controversial because:

• Question 20

The rectal past medical history of all patients should include inquiry about:

• Question 21

Mr. Sweeney is a 58-year-old man who has presented for a routine annual prostate examination. On examination, you note a normal prostate gland. Which of the following characteristics should describe the normal prostate? (Select all that apply.)

• Question 22

The cervix may be palpated through the:

• Question 23

Tarry black stools should make you suspect:

• Question 24

When performing a rectal examination in a man, the patient is placed in the ______________ position.

• Question 25

Which of the following is a risk factor for colorectal cancer?