To facilitate the insertion of your gloved finger into the anal sphincter,you should instruct the patient to

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To perform anal and rectal wall palpation,place your finger by the anal orifice and instruct the patient to bear down (Valsalva's maneuver)as you gently insert the flexed tip of your gloved finger into the anal sphincter.Taking a deep breath and holding it,taking shallow breaths,and tightening the sphincter are not correct.

To Facilitate the Insertion of Your Gloved Finger into the Anal