A Patient Has Just Been Declared Dead Following a Massive

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient has just been declared dead following a massive myocardial infarction.The family is gathering in the waiting room.Which nursing interventions are indicated? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.

• A)Explain that an organ procurement representative will be in shortly to speak to the family.
• B)Ask the family to move to a different area to wait for additional family to arrive.
• C)Accompany family members as they go to the patient's room.
• D)Assist the family with logistical and emotional support.
• E)Call the hospital chaplain to come and speak to the family.

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