While Performing a Rectal Examination,the Nurse Notices a Firm,irregularly Shaped

While performing a rectal examination,the nurse notices a firm,irregularly shaped mass.What should the nurse do next?

A) Continue with the examination and document the finding in the chart.
B) Instruct patient to return for repeat assessment in 1 month.
C) Tell the patient that a mass was felt but it is nothing to worry about.
D) Report the finding and refer the patient to a specialist for further examination.