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Patient Preferences Regarding Chaperone Use for Sensitive Examinations
Syed M Alam1, Mahnoor Malik2, Jeffrey Thompson3
1Department of Urology, University of Kansas Health System, Kansas City, Kansas.
Urology Practice
|May 5, 2023
Summary
Most patients do not want a chaperone during healthcare visits, even for sensitive exams. Patient gender and provider gender significantly influence chaperone preference, with men less likely to prefer one.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Patient Care
- Medical Ethics
Background:
- Chaperones are commonly used during sensitive patient encounters.
- Their benefit to both patient and provider is often assumed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate patient preferences for chaperone use.
- To identify factors influencing these preferences.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire was distributed to patients via ResearchMatch and an outpatient urology clinic.
- Descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis were used.
Main Results:
- Over half of 913 responders (52.9%) did not want a chaperone for any part of a visit.
- Few preferred chaperones for sensitive rectal (25.4%) or genital/pelvic (15.7%) exams.
- Trust in the provider and comfort were key reasons for declining chaperones.
Conclusions:
- Patient gender and provider gender are primary influences on chaperone preference.
- Most patients do not prefer chaperones for sensitive urological examinations.
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