A nurse works in a rural health clinic that lacks a referral source for abnormal results related to anal cancer screening. The nurse is working with a client, Danielle, who has several risk factors for anal cancer. After visually inspecting Danielle's perianal region with a simple anoscope, which service should the nurse provide next?

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A digital anal rectal examination (DARE) is a simple, initial step that can be performed by a nurse or primary care provider to assess for abnormalities in the anal canal and rectum. This method does not require specialized equipment or referral to a specialist, making it a practical choice in a rural health clinic setting.

A Nurse Works in a Rural Health Clinic That Lacks