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  1. Modesty Issues

    DonMD replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    Argo, it's all about the patient, not the nurse. About treating them with privacy, modesty, dignity, and respect. And about respecting their wishes and needs as much as possible. Think of it like a...

  2. Modesty Issues

    DonMD replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    SquirrelRN71 : I really appreciate that you try to maintain a person's modesty. Awareness of the problem is a big part. But often, you believe that you and your female colleagues are treating the...

  3. Modesty Issues

    DonMD replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    tbrd450. EXCELLENT post. You brought up many, many points, all well and succinctly said. And you're right. A male patient who demands privacy and dignity is labelled as "difficult" or an ass. And he...

  4. Modesty Issues

    DonMD replied to ToryAdore's topic in Operating Room

    The bottom line is that a man without pants is as exposed, in any position, as a woman in stirrups for a pelvic exam, and should be given as much privacy as we accord a woman in that situation. All...