The family of a dying client has informed the nurse that their religion requires a ritual bath be given by members of the faith after death.The unit is busy,at full census,and there is another client waiting in the ER for the bed.How should the nurse respond to this request?

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It is important to be respectful of the family's wishes and religious beliefs. The nurse should arrange for supplies and privacy for the family to perform the ritual bath. This can be done while also ensuring that the unit remains at full capacity and that the other client in the ER waiting for a bed can be accommodated as soon as possible.

The Family of a Dying Client Has Informed the Nurse