1st November 2021

A 65 year old man with advanced prostate cancer loses his footing on wet ground

A 65 year old man with advanced prostate cancer loses his footing on wet ground whilst walking his dog. He falls onto his bottom. He is in pain but manages to stand up and walk home. Two hours later when going to the toilet he notices numbness in his perineal region. What must be considered at this point?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.