Question

When providing postmortem care, the nurse appropriately:

a. Places the body in an upright position with three pillows under the head.
b. Positions the arms over the chest and ties the wrists together.
c. Removes all jewelry, except a wedding band in some instances, which is taped to the finger.
d. Removes dentures

Answer 1

When providing postmortem care, the nurse removes jewelry, removes dentures, and does not place the body in an upright position or position the arms over the chest and tie the wrists together.

Step-by-step explanation:

When providing postmortem care, the nurse appropriately:

• Removes all jewelry, except a wedding band in some instances, which is taped to the finger.
• Removes dentures as they are not needed after death.
• Does not place the body in an upright position with three pillows under the head as this is not the correct position for postmortem care.
• Does not position the arms over the chest and tie the wrists together as this is not the appropriate position for postmortem care.