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Consent for intimate examination — DRCOG MCQ

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A woman agrees to pelvic examination for postcoital bleeding but says she does not want a trainee to examine her. What is the most appropriate approach?

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Correct answer: E — Respect choice and obtain separate trainee consent

Consent to an intimate examination includes who participates. Respect her decision to decline trainee involvement, ensure an appropriate clinician performs the examination if she still agrees and offer a chaperone.

Reference: GMC: Decision making and consent: https://www.gmc-uk.org/ethical-guidance/ethical-guidance-for-doctors/decision-making-and-consent