Which action best protects a client's privacy during care?

• A. Close curtains or doors as needed
• B. Speak loudly about the client's care
• C. Leave the room during procedure
• D. Wear a visible badge

Answer: (A)

Protecting privacy means making sure the client isn’t seen or heard during personal care. Closing curtains or shutting the door creates a physical barrier that keeps others from viewing or overhearing what’s happening, preserving dignity and confidentiality. Speaking loudly about the client’s care reveals private information to people nearby. Leaving the room during a procedure can leave the client unattended and doesn’t specifically address privacy needs. Wearing a visible badge helps with identification, but it doesn’t protect the client’s privacy. Closing curtains or doors as needed is the best way to safeguard privacy during care.