Before the beginning of a client's bed bath, the nurse should: ...

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Before the beginning of a client's bed bath, the nurse should:
 
  A. Lower the bed
  B. Offer the bedpan or urinal
  C. Partially undress the client
  D. Place the head of the bed in high-Fowler's position

Question 2

A client who is Chinese-American has just died on the unit. The nurse is prepared to provide after-death care to the client and anticipates that the probable preferences of a family from this cultural background will include:
 
  A. Pastoral care
  B. Preparation for organ donation
  C. Time for the family to bathe the client
  D. Preparation for quick removal from the hospital

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Answer to Question 1

B
B. The client will feel more comfortable after voiding, and this will prevent interruption of the bath.
A. The bed should be raised to a comfortable working height to
aid the nurse's access to the client and minimize strain on the nurse's back muscles.
C. The client's gown or pajamas are removed using the bath blanket to cover the client.
D. The head of the bed is raised 30 to 45 degrees if the client's condition allows.

Answer to Question 2

C
C. Some families of Chinese-Americans will prefer to bathe the client themselves. They often believe the body should remain intact; organ donation and autopsy are uncommon.
A. Chinese-Americans do not prefer pastoral care for after-death care of a family member.
B. Organ donation is uncommon for Chinese-Americans.
D. Chinese-Americans may desire time to bathe the client. Quick removal from the hospital is not preferred.

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