The Family of a Dying Client Has Informed the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

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?

• A)Notify the mortuary of the family's request
• B)Arrange for supplies and privacy for the family
• C)Arrange for the bath after the body is removed from the hospital
• D)Give the family a 1-hour time period to complete the bath

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