17th July 2020

A 66-year-old female is recovering from a recent stroke and is unable to mobilise independently

A 66-year-old female is recovering from a recent stroke and is unable to mobilise independently. Her carers note that she is straining while trying to empty her bowels and is in a lot of pain in the anal area. She is now refusing to open her bowels and refusing to eat. On digital rectal exam, an anal fissure is seen. What THREE therapies are going to be most useful in addressing her symptoms and allowing the anal fissures to heal?

Which THREE of the following are correct? Select THREE options only.