The family and medical team has decided to withdraw life-sustaining therapy.Which nursing interventions are indicated in preparation for this action? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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When preparing for the withdrawal of life-sustaining therapy, it's important to create a comfortable and respectful environment for both the patient and their family. Removing unnecessary equipment (A) helps make the space more welcoming for visitors, providing patient hygiene measures (D) ensures the patient's dignity, and meeting with the care team (E) ensures a coordinated and appropriate approach to withdrawing care. Informing the family they will be brought in after death (B) and remaining to watch the monitor (C) are not standard or compassionate practices in this context.

The Family and Medical Team Has Decided to Withdraw Life-Sustaining