Draping

Question 1

appropriate draping provides…

Answer 1

Access to areas of the body for examination or treatment

Protection of patient’s modesty and dignity

Patient comfort and warmth

Protection of vulnerable sites

Protection of patient’s clothing

Question 2

handling trauma history

Answer 2

exposure may trigger emotional reactions.

for best outcomes use:
- good communication
- informed consent
- respect for boundaries
- active patient involvement
- monitor for signs of discomfort

Question 3

clear communication

Answer 3

explain what you are going to do, what needs to be exposed and why, how you will go about doing it, signal to know that they are ready

Question 4

AIDET

Answer 4

announce, introduce, duration, explain, thank

Question 5

can a chaperone be provided?

Answer 5

yes

Question 6

PT non verbal communication

Answer 6

confident touch, matter of fact approach, communicate respect, and eye contact

Question 7

patient non verbal communication

Answer 7

facial expressions, signs of discomfort, confusion, and embarrassment