Prioritizing Patient Privacy During Hygiene Care

Hard Basic Care And Comfort Personal Hygiene

A nurse is preparing to provide personal hygiene care to a patient who is immobilized due to a recent surgery. The patient expresses concern about maintaining her dignity and privacy during the process. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize to ensure the patient feels respected and comfortable during hygiene care?

Close the door and curtains, ensuring that only the necessary medical staff are present.

Explain every step of the hygiene care process to the patient in detail.

Allow the patient to choose the time for the personal hygiene care.

Use a wash basin instead of the bathroom to keep the patient from feeling exposed.

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