Asked by McKenna Walker on Sep 29, 2024
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A nurse is providing postmortem care. Which action will the nurse take?
A) Leave dentures in the mouth.
B) Lower the head of the bed.
C) Cover the body with a sterile sheet.
D) Remove all tubes for an autopsy.
Postmortem Care
The care given to a body immediately after death, which may include cleaning and dressing the body and preparing it for viewing or burial.
Dentures
Artificial replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues, which can be removable or fixed.
- Acquire an understanding of the legal and ethical issues associated with organ donation and the treatment of the deceased.
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Mikerik Hendrickson-Cruzabout 7 hours ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Leave dentures in the mouth to maintain facial shape. Raise the head of the bed as soon as possible after death to prevent discoloration of the face. Cover the body with a clean sheet. Autopsy often does not allow removal of tubes, equipment, and indwelling lines.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire an understanding of the legal and ethical issues associated with organ donation and the treatment of the deceased.
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