Suitable position for rectal examination is:

Concept:

• Rectal examination is a diagnostic method used to inspect :-
  • Disorder of lower gastrointestinal GI tract
  • Prostatic disorders like benign prostatic hyperplasia
  • Active unexplained gastrointestinal bleed
  • Examining women for vaginal wall prolapse.
  • Sometimes prior to a colonoscopy or proctoscopy
• In sims position the person will be placed in side lying position with one leg flexed because of which the anus is clearly visualized and can facilitate the anal related procedures
• Sims' position, named after the gynaecologist -> J. Marion Sims, 

Additional Information

• Lithotomy position is a position where both the legs are flexed at knees and the vagina is clearly visualized for labor and other gynaecological examinations this position is used 
• Dorsal recumbent or supine position is the most common position used to observe the face and chest
• Prone position is when the face is placed downwards, in this position the back is clearly visible