A nurse is reinforcing teaching about newborn care with a new guardian.

Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Wearing shoes with rubber soles can minimize noise and provide a quieter environment for the clients. It helps reduce disruptions caused by footsteps, especially during nighttime when clients are trying to sleep.

Conducting change-of-shift report near the clients' rooms can lead to increased noise levels and disturb clients' sleep. It is best to conduct report in a designated area away from patient rooms to minimize disruptions.

Overhead lights should be avoided during nighttime or sleep hours as they are bright and can disrupt a client's sleep. Instead, nurses should use a low-intensity light or a flashlight to check IV lines or attend to other needs. This helps minimize disruptions to the client's rest.

Opening curtains between clients in semiprivate rooms can compromise privacy and contribute to increased noise levels. It is important to provide privacy for clients, especially during their rest periods.

Explanation

Correct answer: A

A.It is important to document the location of the identification tag to ensure proper identification of the body. This is crucial for legal and administrative purposes and helps prevent any potential confusion or misidentification.

B.A copy of the client's advance directivesis an important document for healthcare providers to have during the client's care but is not typically included in the post-mortem documentation. Advance directives are typically stored separately and are more relevant to the client's care while they are alive.

C. Cause of the client's death: Determining and documenting the cause of death is typically the responsibility of the attending physician or medical examiner, not the nurse.

D.The last set of the client's vital signs in (option D) may be relevant during the client's care and treatment but may not be specifically included in the post-mortem documentation. The focus of post-mortem documentation is usually on aspects such as the cause of death, time of death, interventions performed, and any significant findings related to the client's condition or autopsy.