Md. Code Regs. 10.28.14.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 10.28.14.02 - Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Board" means the Board of Examiners in Optometry.

(2) "Inappropriate sexual language" means:

(a) A sexualized harassing comment;

(b) An eroticized or sexually provocative comment not reasonably associated with a health care matter; or

(c) An inappropriate discussion of a sexually related matter.

(3) "Patient" means the individual to whom the licensee is rendering professional service.

(4) "Sexual behavior" means:

(a) A sexual act as specified in Criminal Law Article, §3-301(e) and (g), Annotated Code of Maryland; and

(b) Sexual contact as specified in Criminal Law Article, §3-301(f), Annotated Code of Maryland.

(5) "Sexual exploitation" means a situation in which the licensee takes advantage of the unequal relationship between the licensee and a patient, a student, or an employee to obtain sexual favors.

(6) "Sexual harassment" means a deliberate or repeated comment, advance, gesture, solicitation, request, or physical contact of a sexual nature.

Md. Code Regs. 10.28.14.02