Which statements describe legal responsibilities after the death of a patient? Select all that apply.
A) Next of kin must sign a consent before any autopsy can be performed.
B) If the patient is donating organs, necessary arrangements must be made.
C) The person who pronounces death must sign the death certificate.
D) Family members are not allowed to participate in postmortem care.
E) Special preparations must be followed when the patient dies from a communicable disease.
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