Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) District Practice Exam

Draping a patient is about respect and comfort. By covering parts of the body that aren’t involved in the procedure, the patient feels protected and less exposed, which helps reduce embarrassment and anxiety and makes the experience more comfortable. Draping also helps keep the treatment area clean and warm, contributing to a calmer environment for the patient. It isn’t intended to speed blood flow, raise body temperature as a goal, or protect from light in most contexts.