During handling of an asylum seeker, which action is specifically recommended to protect privacy?

• A. Notify authorities
• B. Maintain a presence with the asylum seeker until authorities arrive
• C. Isolate the subject from public view
• D. Not restrain unless offense

Answer: (C)

Protecting privacy means limiting who can see or hear personal information and treating the individual with dignity in the moment of handling. Isolating the asylum seeker from public view directly reduces exposure to bystanders, reporters, or others who might witness or record the interaction, helping prevent stigma, harassment, or unwanted sharing of details. It creates a controlled, respectful space for assessment and communication, which is essential when someone is in a vulnerable situation. While notifying authorities, staying with the person until they arrive, or applying restraints only as a last resort for safety, those actions relate to procedure, safety, or oversight, not the immediate protection of privacy.