The nurse has been caring for a neonate who has just died. The parents are present but say they are "afraid" to hold the dead infant. The most appropriate nursing intervention is which of the following?
A) Tell them there is nothing to fear.
B) Insist that they hold infant "one last time."
C) Respect their wishes and release body to morgue.
D) Keep infant's body available for a few hours in case they change their minds.
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