The nurse is providing postmortem care for a client whose family would like to view the body before it is transported to the morgue. Which of the following interventions are necessary for this preparation? Select all that apply
1. Provide a total bed bath.
2. Place absorbent pads beneath the body.
3. Remove dentures.
4. Dress the client in street clothes.
5. Place a pillow under the head.
6. Tape the eyelids closed.
2; 5
You might also like to view...
An older female adult has severe ischemic heart disease, hypertension, and low cardiac output. Which medication does the nurse administer to counteract the neurohormonal ac-tivation due to the patient's cardiovascular status?
a. Loop diuretic b. Nitroglycerin c. Cardiac glycoside d. Beta-adrenergic blocker
Which of the following interventions should a nurse perform when caring for a client with epistaxis?
A) Apply a moustache dressing. B) Provide a nasal splint. C) Apply direct continuous pressure. D) Place the client in a semi-Fowler's position.
The school nurse is teaching an adolescent about social networking and texting on phones. What statement by the adolescent indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "Social networking can help me develop interpersonal skills." b. "I will have an opportunity to interact with people like myself." c. "My text messaging during class time in school will not cause any disruption." d. "I should be cautious, as the online environment can create opportunities for cyberbullying."
Moving the patient from one place to another is called positioning the patient
True False