After an Unsuccessful Resuscitation Attempt, a Patient Dies

question 47

Multiple Choice

After an unsuccessful resuscitation attempt, a patient dies. Which of the following should the nurse do first at this time?

• A)Document the time of death.
• B)Notify the funeral home.
• C)Contact the physician.
• D)Contact the orderly for transport to the morgue.

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