Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client immediately following the delivery of a stillborn fetus.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Provide the client with photos of the fetus. This action promotes bonding and helps the client cope with the loss by creating lasting memories. It allows the client to visually connect with the fetus and aids in the grieving process. Providing photos can offer comfort and closure.
Incorrect Choices:
B: Informing the client that the law requires them to name the fetus is incorrect because there is no such legal requirement.
C: Limiting the amount of time the fetus is in the client's room may not be necessary and could hinder the client's grieving process.
D: Instructing the client that an autopsy should be performed within 24 hours is incorrect as it may not be the best timing for the client emotionally and may not be necessary in all cases.
Incorrect Choices:
B: Informing the client that the law requires them to name the fetus is incorrect because there is no such legal requirement.
C: Limiting the amount of time the fetus is in the client's room may not be necessary and could hinder the client's grieving process.
D: Instructing the client that an autopsy should be performed within 24 hours is incorrect as it may not be the best timing for the client emotionally and may not be necessary in all cases.