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
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.
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