A client who had a DNR order died during the night with no family members present. The nurse's first responsibility is to:
A)
document the time of death.
B)
call the physician.
C)
call the family.
D)
call the mortuary.
A
Explanation:
A)
The nurse initially notes the exact time of death, followed then by options B, C, and D.
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B)
The nurse initially notes the exact time of death, followed then by options B, C, and D.
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C)
The nurse initially notes the exact time of death, followed then by options B, C, and D.
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D)
The nurse initially notes the exact time of death, followed then by options B, C, and D.
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