Medical Assistant Prep / Unit 14 MAS 334 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Chaperone's Role
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The idea
A chaperone is a trained staff member present during a sensitive exam to support the comfort, safety, privacy and security of both the patient and the provider.
In practice
Sensitive exams generally include exams of the breasts, genitals and rectum; medical assistants often serve as chaperones.
Where people slip
The chaperone's attention stays on the patient's comfort and safety throughout the sensitive part of the exam.
Your place on the trail
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