Why should curtains remain closed during care in shared rooms?

• A. To protect patient privacy and modesty.
• B. To keep noise levels down.
• C. To control light exposure.
• D. To prevent infection.

Answer: (A)

Privacy and modesty are protected by keeping curtains closed in a shared room. When care is performed—such as bathing, dressing, wound checks, or repositioning—a closed curtain creates a barrier so others can’t see the patient, which supports dignity and confidentiality. It’s not primarily about reducing noise or controlling light, and infection prevention relies on proper hygiene and equipment, not curtains. Curtains are there to preserve the patient’s privacy, opened only when care is finished or with the patient’s consent.