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Language Focus: Maintaining Privacy and Asking for Consent

Keeping the area private

• "I’m going to close the curtain/door to make sure your privacy is fully protected."
• "I’ll cover the rest of your body with a blanket so only the necessary area is exposed."
• "I’ll make sure you're covered as much as possible throughout the procedure."
• "Only the area we need will be uncovered, and I’ll be quick and careful."
• "If you would prefer to have a family member or companion with you during the procedure, I can
arrange that.”
• “Would you like/wish someone to stay with you?"
• “Are you expecting someone to come for you?”

Assisting patient to undress

• "I’m going to help you lower your pants and undergarments now if that’s okay."
• “May/Do you mind if I untie your gown for you?”
• "If you can lift your hips slightly, I’ll assist with pulling down your clothes."
• "We’ll only uncover the lower part of your body to keep you comfortable."
• "Would you be able to undress yourself?”
• “Do you need assistance with your dress?”
• “Take your time, and let me know if you need any help with undressing."

Assisting patient to dress

• "Now that we’re done, I’m going to help you get dressed again."
• "If you can lift your hips once more, I’ll pull your clothes back up for you."
• "Let me adjust your clothing so you’re comfortable."
• “Would you like me to help you get dressed?”
• "Feel free to take your time getting dressed” .
• “I’ll be here to help if you need it."

Positioning patient

• "Let me help you get into position. Can you lift your hips a bit, or would you like some help?"
• "Do you mind if I help you adjust your hips to make sure it is in the right spot?”
• “Should I adjust the bed’s rail controller so you can be in a sitting position?”
• “I’ll help you rest your back on the bed’s headboard so you can be in a sitting position.”
• I’ll place a cushion here so you can rest your back more comfortably.”
• "Would you lie on your left side and bend your knees slightly to make this more comfortable?"
• "If it’s more comfortable, you can keep your lower leg straight and just bend the top one toward your
chest."

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