What is the purpose of the privacy screen during bedpan use?

• A. To help with positioning
• B. To protect the resident's privacy
• C. To assist with cleaning the bedpan
• D. To show staff that the bedpan has been used

Answer: (B)

Protecting the resident's privacy during intimate care is what the privacy screen is for. It creates a visual barrier so only the necessary part of the body is exposed to the caregiver, helping maintain dignity, reduce embarrassment, and support confidentiality. While the screen can contribute to the resident's comfort, it does not act as a tool for positioning, cleaning the bedpan, or signaling that the bedpan has been used; those tasks rely on other techniques and steps. So the primary purpose is to protect privacy.