Wis. Admin. Code § PA 4.005 – Definitions.

In this chapter:

(1) “Chaperone” means an individual whom a physician assistant requests to be present during a clinical examination that exposes the breasts, genitals, or rectal area, and who can serve as a witness to the examination taking place should there be any misunderstanding or concern for sexual misconduct.
(2) “Observer” means an individual chosen by the patient to be present during an examination or inspection that exposes the breasts, genitals, or rectal area. A patient’s adult family member, legal guardian, or legal custodian is presumed to be able to act as an observer if the patient is twelve years of age or under.

History: CR 25-002: cr. Register September 2025 No. 837, eff. 10-1-25; corrections in title and (intro.) made under ss. 13.92 (4) (b) 1., 2. and 35.17, Stats., Register September 2025 No. 837.