Rigid Sigmoidoscopy for Medical Professionals

Medical Professional - Clinical

A medical procedure in which an instrument known as a sigmoidoscope is used to examine the rectum and lower colon, to detect for cancer or other health issues.

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A medical procedure in which an instrument known as a sigmoidoscope is used to examine the rectum and lower colon, to detect for cancer or other health issues. This module teaches you how to prepare for and assist with a rigid sigmoidoscopy. Including both Learn and Test modes, the online simulator offers a clinical scenario that tests your ability to perform this type of routine examination. Practice the steps of the procedures online as often as you want, until you feel confident.

You’ll learn

to visualize the anatomy of the rectum and perianal region, with our anatomical illustrations and 3D model
how to perform a digital rectal examination
to practice and perfect your skills in how to prepare for and assist with a rigid sigmoidoscopy
much more (see Content Details for more specific information)

Step 1 - Preparation

Step 1.1 - Tray Preparation

Step 1.2 - Patient preparation

Step 1.3 - Operator preparation

Step 2 - Perform a digital rectal examination

Step 3 - Lubricate the sigmoidoscope

Step 4 - Introduce the sigmoidoscope into the rectum

Step 5 - Attach the eyepiece to the sigmoidoscope

Step 6 - Advance the sigmoidoscope into the rectum

Step 7 - Gently withdraw the sigmoidoscope

Step 8 - Clean the patient

Describe and demonstrate the preparation for a rigid sigmoidoscopy.
Describe pre-procedural considerations for a rigid sigmoidoscopy.
Identify and demonstrate the proper positioning and technique for a rigid sigmoidoscopy.
Identify the appropriate structures to inspect and examine.
Describe and demonstrate how to perform a digital rectal examination.
Describe and demonstrate how to insert a rigid sigmoidoscope.
Describe and demonstrate how to advance the rigid sigmoidoscope and inspect the rectal mucosa.
Describe and demonstrate how to remove the sigmoidoscope.
Describe post-procedural considerations and documentation for a rigid sigmoidoscopy.

The SIMTICS modules are all easy to use and web-based. This means they are available at any time as long as the learner has an internet connection. No special hardware or other equipment is required, other than a computer mouse for use in the simulations. Each of the SIMTICS modules covers one specific procedure or topic in detail. Each module contains:

an online simulation (available in Learn and Test modes)
descriptive text, which explains exactly how to perform that particular procedure including key terms and hyperlinks to references
2D images and a 3D model of applied anatomy for that particular topic
a step by step video demonstration by an expert
a quiz
a personal logbook that keeps track of all the modules the learner has studied and how long