A nurse is providing postmortem care. Which of the following ...

[frankwu]

A nurse is providing postmortem care. Which of the following nursing actions is a legal responsibility?
 
  A) Placing the body in normal anatomic position
  B) Removing tubes and soiled dressings
  C) Washing the body to remove blood and excretions
  D) Placing ID tags on the shroud and ankle

Question 2

Family members of a dying client are in the room with their loved one. As the client nears death, what should the nurse tell the family?
 
  A) Please leave the room now. It is time to let go.
  B) Only one family member at a time can stay in the room.
  C) Please stay with your loved one and talk to him.
  D) I will have to get an order for you to stay now.

[Jossy]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Although the nurse may place the body in a normal anatomic position and remove tubes and soiled dressings, the only legal action is placing ID tags on the shroud and ankle. The body is not usually washed by the nurse, as different cultures and religions have specific guidelines concerning cleansing the body.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
A fear of having to face death alone is a primary concern of dying patients. The presence of family members in the room should be encouraged and reminiscences should be shared.

[frankwu]

Excellent

[apple]

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