A nurse is preparing a client's body for a postmortem family viewing. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Ask the family if they want to participate in postmortem care: Allowing the family to choose whether to participate respects their cultural, spiritual, and personal preferences. This promotes dignity for both the client and family and provides an opportunity for closure. B. Let the head of the client's bed flat: The client’s head should typically be elevated slightly to prevent discoloration of the face and to maintain a natural appearance for viewing. Flat positioning can cause facial edema or pooling of blood, which may be distressing to the family. C. Place medical equipment to the side of the client's bed: While removing or repositioning equipment can help create a more comfortable viewing environment, it is not the first or most essential step in preparing for postmortem care. D. Remove the client's dentures to close their mouth: Dentures should usually be left in place to maintain the natural shape of the face unless instructed otherwise. Removing them can cause the mouth to appear sunken, which may be distressing to the family.