When allowing family members to view a deceased patient before the body is transported to the morgue, the perioperative nurse should
a. remain with the body and lend support.
b. use clichés when speaking with the family.
c. allow other patients to view the body as a reminder that life is short.
d. place blame on the surgeon who allowed this to happen.
ANS: A
The perioperative nurse should be present in the room with the family and the deceased in order to answer questions and provide emotional support as needed.
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