An Act relative to chaperones for medical exams
By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1491) of Brendan P. Crighton, Rory McCarthy, , James B. Eldridge and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to chaperones for medical exams. Public Health.
Bill Information
Bill Information
- Presenter:
- Brendan P. Crighton
- Status:
- Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health
Establishes procedures for the presence of a professional medical chaperone during genital, rectal, and breast exams. Requires the chaperone remain attentive throughout the exam. Provides course of action for doctors if a chaperone is not requested. Provides exemptions in cases of significant and imminent harm to the patient.
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