You are working with a female Middle Eastern patient who is being seen for stomach pain. You ask her to remove her clothing and put on a gown, and she becomes very upset. You should:
A) demand that she remove her clothes and tell her that the provider will not see her until she does.
B) just let her leave her clothes on for the exam.
C) tell the patient that you will give her lots of extra drapes to make her feel comfortable.
D) gently explain the reason for clothing removal. If the patient still does not feel comfortable, have the provider talk to the patient prior to the exam.
D
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