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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Died Unexpectedly

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The nurse is caring for a patient who died unexpectedly, and an autopsy has been ordered. In providing postmortem care, which actions by the nurse are correct? Select all the apply.


A) Limiting the family from visiting because of the ordered autopsy
B) Removing all catheters and tubes from the body
C) Allowing the family to spend time with the deceased patient
D) Retaining all catheters and tubes in the body
E) Allowing the family to pray with the body before transport

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