Patient CareQuestion 28 of 100
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a physical examination. Which action best protects the patient's comfort and dignity?
a.Explain the gown and drape, leave the room while the patient changes, and keep only the area being examined uncovered
b.Help the patient undress without asking, to save time
c.Leave the exam room door partly open so the provider can enter quickly
d.Have the patient sit fully uncovered so the provider does not have to move drapes
Explanation
Explaining what to remove, stepping out during changing, and draping so that only the area under examination is exposed protect both privacy and warmth. Undressing a patient without permission violates consent and personal boundaries. An open door and full exposure needlessly expose the patient to view and are not acceptable practice.
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