Learning intimate examination skills. An ethical challenge.

Jane Reid
Author Information
  1. Jane Reid: Bournemouth University.

Abstract

Learning how to perform intimate examinations poses ethical challenges for those needing to develop clinical competence and for those responsible for the supervision of learners. Perioperative practitioners need to challenge unethical behaviour and promote ethical caring.

Keywords

MeSH Term

Consciousness Disorders
Education, Medical, Undergraduate
Female
Humans
Informed Consent
Patient Rights
Physical Examination
Rectum
Students, Medical
Surveys and Questionnaires
Vagina

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