A nurse is providing postmortem care to a client who just died. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Ask the client's family about cultural or religious practices regarding postmortem care: Respecting the client's and family's cultural and religious preferences is an important aspect of providing dignified and individualized postmortem care. Some practices may have specific rituals that should be honored. B. Remove the client's dentures from their mouth before rigor mortis begins: Dentures are usually placed back into the client's mouth, not removed, to maintain a natural facial appearance and support the facial structure before rigor mortis sets in. C. Turn on all the lights in the room before the family views the client's body: Creating a calm, peaceful environment is preferred when the family views the body. Harsh lighting may feel overwhelming or intrusive during such an emotional time. D. Position the client's bed flat without a pillow under their head: Elevating the head of the bed slightly and placing a pillow under the head can help prevent blood from pooling in the head and face, preserving a more natural appearance. Leaving the bed flat is not ideal.