Use of chaperones during the physical examination of the pediatric patient.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1542/peds.2011-0322.
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Abstract
Physicians should always communicate the scope and nature of the physical examination to be performed to the pediatric patient and his or her parent. This statement addresses the use of chaperones and issues of patient comfort, confidentiality, and privacy. The use of a chaperone should be a shared decision between the patient and physician. In some states, the use of a chaperone is mandated by state regulations.
Medical subject headings
- Child Advocacy
- Parents
- Pediatrics
- Physical Examination
- Physician-Patient Relations