The Nurse Is Providing Postmortem Care for a Client Who

The nurse is providing postmortem care for a client who has died after a long hospitalization.  The client had a do-not-resuscitate prescription in place at the time of death.  Which of the following interventions should the nurse include during postmortem care in preparation for transfer to the funeral home?  Select all that apply.

A) Allow family member to assist with care
B) Call the medical examiner for an autopsy
C) Gently close the client's eyes
D) Place a pad under the perineum
E) Remove the client's dentures

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