Palpation of the anal ring is done by:
a. bidigital palpation with the thumbs.
b. inserting the smallest finger into the anus.
c. pressing a gauze pad over the anus.
d. rotation of the forefinger inside the anus.
D
The anal muscular ring is palpated by rotating the examination finger.
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