A client in the emergency department has a non-life-threatening wound.The unit is busy with other clients,families,and people in the waiting room.How should the nurse conduct an interview with this client?
A)Have the client wait until the department quiets down,as the wound is not too serious.
B)Tell the client to wait in the waiting room and fill out the paperwork.
C)Draw curtains around the client and nurse to provide as much privacy as possible.
D)Make sure the client's back is to the rest of the room so as not to be heard by passersby.

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Drawing curtains around the client and nurse provides privacy and helps maintain confidentiality while still allowing for efficient care. It also allows the nurse to focus on the wound care of the client without distractions or interruptions.

A Client in the Emergency Department Has a Non-Life-Threatening Wound