You should do whatever you can
to protect patients' modesty and dignity. Many patients value
modesty. Listen to patients' concerns about modesty carefully
and work hard to meet their wishes. Many people don't feel comfortable
having certain parts of their body exposed to the opposite sex
except for spouse. Many people would not be comfortable using
public restrooms with people of the opposite sex or changing
their clothes in front of the opposite sex. Never look
down on patients who value modesty. Even if you are
not that modest yourself, please be considerate of patients
who value their modesty. The number one priority should
be the patient and the number two priority should be the patient's
family. Be sure you listen to their wishes for modesty.
Don't take it personal if they prefer that same sex doctors
or nurses treat them. Never think about what may be more convenient
for you as a medical professional when it comes to patient modesty.
It is strongly recommended that you check out patient
modesty friendly doctors and follow their example.
