Describe three ways in which the nursing assistant can protect the patient's privacy.
What will be an ideal response?
Prevent unnecessary exposure of body parts; knock and pause before entering a room; close curtains when giving care; leave the room when visitors are present; do not listen to the patient's telephone calls; do not force a patient to accept your beliefs or views. (Other answers may also be correct.)
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