Personal careQuestion 283 of 1700

How do you show respect for a resident’s dignity and privacy during a bath?

  1. Leave the resident uncovered to save time
  2. Keep the resident covered and warm
  3. Skip the explanation to keep the bath short
  4. Let visitors stay in the room during the bath
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Correct answer: Keep the resident covered and warm

Keeping the resident covered and warm, and explaining steps first, protect dignity and privacy.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.3: Person-Centered Care

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026