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What are the roles and responsibilities of a chaperone?

Posted October 15, 2020
  • Developing an office policy regarding chaperones
  • Ensure staff and patients understand and have access to it
  • Proper implementation of policy
  • Comply with CPSA’s Standards of Practice
  • Communicate clearly and in plain language
  • Explain why the sensitive exam is necessary, obtain informed consent, explain as you go and end by asking if there are any questions
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