Just another one of of those things that needed to be asked
2007-09-19 12:54:35 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Undressing and dressing can be awkward, especially for someone in an unfamiliar and sterile exam room. Examinations are stressful for most people, no need to make matters worse by subjecting a person to unnecessary embarrassment. This is also why drapes and gowns are used, so the physician can focus on the particular area/s that need to be examined, rather than having the patient totally naked on an examination table, which would be distressing for most people. Physicians could also find watching a patient disrobe uncomfortable.
2007-09-19 13:05:15 · answer #1 · answered by ValleyViolet 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
They may see parts of your body in a clinical examination, but not all at the same time. Being completely naked in front of the doctor is completely different. Also, while you're changing, they're doing other tasks.
2007-09-19 17:57:08 · answer #2 · answered by drshorty 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They are busy people, they can take care of other things (patients, writing prescriptions, reviewing charts, giving nurses directions). Why should they waste time standing and waiting for a patient to undress. And obviously people will be shy to undress in front of the dr.
2007-09-19 14:36:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's to allow the process to happen, and to give you a chance to gown and drape yourself, if necessary. The doctor may be seeing parts of you naked; that doesn't mean that he/she is interested in seeing ALL of you. Besides, while you're changing, THEY can be seeing other patients.
2007-09-19 13:08:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not appropriate to watch someone get undressed in that situation so it allows for modesty. When he returns you are in a little cover up that he only moves for the areas he needs to work on. At least you don't have to feel completely exposed.
2007-09-19 13:01:02 · answer #5 · answered by dawnb 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's one thing to see someone naked, but it's another to watch them undress. The reason they do this is to respect the patient, and maintain their professionalism.
2007-09-19 13:16:18 · answer #6 · answered by ☆Karma☆ 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It has to do with the action being directly associated with a purpose, and limiting the total amount of time that you feel uncomfortable. It is also tied to making the patient feel empowered. Ever notice how the doctor will usually ask you to move a portion of your clothing that is still in the way rather than move it his/herself? If the patient is in control of their nudity, it is limited in time, and it has a clear purpose, they will feel less uncomfortable.
2007-09-19 13:09:43 · answer #7 · answered by Justin B 1 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Apart from courtesy voyeurism is an offence and leaving the room prevents a misunderstanding
2007-09-20 10:38:58 · answer #8 · answered by Scouse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called respect.
It also suggests that they are looking at your body out of a clinical necessity, and not for any other reason. They don't need to watch you undress, it is not relevant to assessing a medical issue. Therefore, they are limiting your embarrassment and protecting your privacy by giving you time to prepare yourself for an examination.
2007-09-20 00:20:22 · answer #9 · answered by justasiam29 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
because it's out of respect u don't want the doctor standing there just looking at u cause u will be uncomfortable so that's why they leave the room.
2007-09-19 13:03:41 · answer #10 · answered by shay love 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋