title: After death 2: Exploring the procedures for laying out and preparing the body for viewing.
abstract: This second in a two part unit on last offices examines the procedures when preparing thebody of a deceased patient for transfer to the mortuary, and issues to consider when relatives view the body. Part 1 explored relatives' grief reactions and the importance of providing culturally sensitive care.
authors: Cancer Services, Southmead Hospital, North Bristol Trust.
authors: Marika
authors: M
authors: Hills
authors: John W
authors: JW
authors: Albarran
mesh_terms: D001344:Autopsy; D001494:Baths; D001512:Bedding and Linens; D004282:Documentation; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D005655:Funeral Rites; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010355:Patient Identification Systems; D017751:Safety Management; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000523:psychology; D009927:Tissue and Organ Procurement