The SA01: Policy Management Framework is your guide to writing/developing or reviewing a policy to ensure it meets with Trust standards.
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Staff are advised to always check that they are using the correct version of any policies rather than referring to locally held copies. The most up to date version of all Trust policies can be found on this webpage.
* Please note that following the acquisition of Calderstones Partnership NHS FT, South Sefton Community Services transaction and the Liverpool Community Services NHS Trust transaction, a number of policies are specific to staff transferring from these services as indicated.
MMD-POL-008 - Intimate Examinations and Chaperone Policy
This policy sets out guidance for the use of chaperones and procedures that must be in place for consultations, examinations, investigations and clinical interventions within Mid-Mersey Division. Chaperones must be offered for any consultation, examination or procedure where the patient feels one is required. This policy specifically applies to all intimate examinations and procedures.
The main purpose of the policy is:
To ensure that patients’ safety, privacy and dignity is protected during intimate examinations
To ensure staff are protected when undertaking intimate examinations to minimise the risk of a Health Care Professional’s actions being misinterpreted.
To recognise that the Trust Consent to Examination and Treatment Policy must be adhered to at all times.
Divisions
- Mid Mersey