Health occupations: health professionals; invasive bodily examinations; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16280. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0476'25
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Overview
This bill restricts when health professionals can perform invasive bodily examinations, particularly on anesthetized or unconscious patients. It requires written, informed consent from the patient or their authorized representative before such examinations can be conducted, except in emergency situations or when part of a training program. The bill also ensures that students in health professions training programs cannot perform invasive examinations on unconscious patients during their training. This legislation is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 476.
Key provisions
- Health professionals cannot perform invasive bodily examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients.
- Written, informed consent is required from the patient or their representative before an invasive examination.
- Exceptions exist for emergency situations and when part of a training program.
- Patients can specify whether a student can perform the examination as part of their consent.
- The bill is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 476.
Who is affected
- Health professionals (licensees and registrants)
- Students in health professions training programs
- Patients receiving medical care
Notable changes
- Adds a new section (16280) to the Public Health Code.
- Requires explicit consent for invasive bodily examinations.
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