Oregon Statutes 676.360 – Pelvic examinations
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(1) A person may not knowingly perform a pelvic examination on a woman who is anesthetized or unconscious in a hospital or medical clinic unless:
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 676.360
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
(a) The woman or a person authorized to make health care decisions for the woman has given specific informed consent to the examination;
(b) The examination is necessary for diagnostic or treatment purposes; or
(c) A court orders the performance of the examination for the collection of evidence.
(2) A person who violates subsection (1) of this section is subject to discipline by any licensing board that licenses the person. [2011 c.200 § 1]