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A chaperone can support dignity, communication and professional boundaries during an examination.

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Explain the role clearly and follow the chaperone policy that applies in your workplace.

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Explain why the examination is needed and what it involves.

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Check understanding, obtain appropriate consent and make clear that the patient can ask you to stop.

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Offer a suitable chaperone according to the examination and local policy.

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A person acting as a chaperone needs to understand the role and how to raise concerns.

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Discuss the patient's preferences without pressure or assumptions about gender.

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If the preferred arrangement is unavailable, seek appropriate advice and consider urgency before agreeing the next step.

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Record the offer, the patient's response and who was present, as required by policy.

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Respect privacy when the patient dresses or undresses and keep explanations professional throughout.

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Confirm how your clinic provides a suitable chaperone when one is needed.

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Good preparation helps both the patient and the clinical team feel informed and respected.