{"id":32788,"date":"2023-10-20T05:10:40","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T05:10:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/procedure-following-death-in-hospital\/"},"modified":"2024-03-05T14:42:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T14:42:58","slug":"procedure-following-death-in-hospital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/procedure-following-death-in-hospital\/","title":{"rendered":"Procedure Following Death in Hospital"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"confirm-patients-death\"> \n <h2>Confirm patient's death<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Confirm the patient's death by checking vital signs and consulting with the attending physician. Ensure that the patient has no pulse or respiration. Document the time and date of the confirmation and any relevant observations about the cause of death. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Confirmation time <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Confirmation date <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Observations <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"inform-immediate-family-or-next-kin-about-the-death\"> \n <h2>Inform immediate family or next kin about the death<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Sensitively and compassionately inform the immediate family or next kin about the patient's death. Offer emotional support and provide the necessary information regarding funeral arrangements and next steps. Ask if they have any specific requests or questions and address them accordingly. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"multi-choice-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Relationship <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"\">Multiple options can be selected from this list<\/option> <\/select> \n  <\/div> \n  <ul class=\"items\"> \n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       1 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Spouse \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       2 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Child \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       3 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Parent \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       4 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Sibling \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       5 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Other \n    <\/div> <\/li> \n  <\/ul> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Additional information <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"prepare-the-official-death-certificate\"> \n <h2>Prepare the official Death Certificate<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Generate the official Death Certificate using the prescribed format. Ensure accurate and complete information is entered, including the patient's personal details, cause of death, and attending physician's signature. Verify the certificate for any errors or omissions and make the necessary corrections before finalizing. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Patient's full name <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"select-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Cause of death <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"An option will be selected here\">An option will be selected here<\/option> <\/select> \n  <\/div> \n  <ul class=\"items\"> \n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       1 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Natural causes \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       2 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Accidental \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       3 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Suicide \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       4 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Homicide \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       5 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Undetermined \n    <\/div> <\/li> \n  <\/ul> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"email-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Attending physician email <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"approval-death-certificate-by-physician\"> \n <h2>Approval: Death Certificate by Physician<\/h2>\n <div class=\"approval-content\"> \n  <div class=\"header\"> \n   <div class=\"list-title\">\n    Will be submitted for approval:\n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n  <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list\"> \n   <ul class=\"list\"> \n    <li> \n     <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list-item\"> \n      <div class=\"item\"> \n       <div class=\"container\"> <span class=\"title\">Prepare the official Death Certificate<\/span> \n        <div class=\"body\">\n         Will be submitted\n        <\/div> \n       <\/div> \n      <\/div> \n     <\/div> <\/li> \n   <\/ul> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"update-patients-medical-records\"> \n <h2>Update patient's medical records<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Update the patient's medical records to reflect their death. Include the date and time of death, cause of death, and any relevant information. Ensure that the records are accurate and complete, and securely store them for future reference or audit purposes. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Date and time of death <\/label> \n   <div class=\"date-container\"> <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button> \n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"number-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Medical record number <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Cause of death <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"arrange-for-transportation-of-the-body-to-the-morgue\"> \n <h2>Arrange for transportation of the body to the morgue<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Coordinate with the hospital's transport services or external service providers to arrange for the transportation of the deceased patient's body to the morgue. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and accompany the body during the transfer to maintain respect and dignity. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Transportation service <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"email-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Transportation service contact email <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"clean-and-secure-patients-room-and-belongings\"> \n <h2>Clean and secure patient's room and belongings<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Thoroughly clean and sanitize the patient's room following hospital protocols. Remove any personal belongings and ensure their safe storage or handover to the designated family member. Document the condition of the room and belongings for billing and auditing purposes. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Cleaning tasks <\/label> \n  <\/div> \n  <ul class=\"items\"> \n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       1 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Remove bed linens \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       2 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Disinfect surfaces \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       3 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Empty trash bins \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       4 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Sweep and mop the floor \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       5 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Restock supplies \n    <\/div> <\/li> \n  <\/ul> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"multi-choice-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Belongings handover <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"\">Multiple options can be selected from this list<\/option> <\/select> \n  <\/div> \n  <ul class=\"items\"> \n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       1 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Handover to family member \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       2 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Store in hospital storage \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       3 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Donate to charity \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       4 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Dispose of as per policy \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       5 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Unclaimed belongings - Documentation required \n    <\/div> <\/li> \n  <\/ul> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"notify-the-hospital-administration-of-the-death\"> \n <h2>Notify the hospital administration of the death<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Notify the hospital administration about the patient's death. Provide the necessary details, such as the patient's name, date and time of death, and any other relevant information. Follow the established protocol for reporting deaths to the administration. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Patient's full name <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"email-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Hospital administration contact email <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"submit-death-certificate-to-the-local-health-department\"> \n <h2>Submit Death Certificate to the local health department<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Submit a copy of the official Death Certificate to the local health department as per the jurisdiction's requirements. Ensure that the certificate is accurately completed and signed by the attending physician. Follow the specified submission process and retain proof of submission. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"file-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Death Certificate attachment <\/label> \n   <div class=\"file-container\"> <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-upload btn-icon\"><\/i> File will be uploaded here <\/button> \n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Local health department contact <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"coordinate-with-the-hospital-social-worker-for-grief-counseling-services\"> \n <h2>Coordinate with the hospital social worker for grief counseling services<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Coordinate with the hospital's social worker to provide grief counseling services to the patient's family members or next of kin. Ensure that they are informed about the availability of counseling services and any related support groups or resources. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"email-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Social worker email <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"handover-patients-belongings-to-the-next-of-kin-or-designated-family-member\"> \n <h2>Handover patient's belongings to the next of kin or designated family member<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Sensitively hand over the deceased patient's belongings to their next of kin or designated family member. Ensure proper identification and documentation to avoid any mix-ups or disputes. Offer support and assistance during the handover process. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Next of kin or family member's full name <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"inform-other-medical-staff-involved-in-the-patients-care\"> \n <h2>Inform other medical staff involved in the patient's care<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Inform other medical staff who were involved in the patient's care about their death. Notify the attending physician, nurses, and any other relevant healthcare professionals. Provide them with the necessary details regarding the patient's death and any follow-up actions required. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"members-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Medical staff <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"A member or group will be selected here\">A member or group will be selected here<\/option> <\/select> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"approval-release-of-medical-information-by-legal-department\"> \n <h2>Approval: Release of Medical Information by Legal Department<\/h2>\n <div class=\"approval-content\"> \n  <div class=\"header\"> \n   <div class=\"list-title\">\n    Will be submitted for approval:\n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n  <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list\"> \n   <ul class=\"list\"> \n    <li> \n     <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list-item\"> \n      <div class=\"item\"> \n       <div class=\"container\"> <span class=\"title\">Update patient's medical records<\/span> \n        <div class=\"body\">\n         Will be submitted\n        <\/div> \n       <\/div> \n      <\/div> \n     <\/div> <\/li> \n   <\/ul> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"schedule-a-postmortem-examination-if-required\"> \n <h2>Schedule a post-mortem examination if required<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Consult with the attending physician to determine if a post-mortem examination (autopsy) is necessary. If required, schedule the examination and coordinate with the pathology department or external providers to ensure the timely transfer of the deceased patient's body. Follow the established protocols and document the scheduling details. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"multi-choice-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Post-mortem examination required? <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"\">Multiple options can be selected from this list<\/option> <\/select> \n  <\/div> \n  <ul class=\"items\"> \n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       1 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Yes \n    <\/div> <\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\"> \n    <div class=\"step-number-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n       2 \n     <\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\"> \n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div> \n    <\/div> \n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      No \n    <\/div> <\/li> \n  <\/ul> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Scheduled date and time <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Pathology department contact <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"prepare-for-endoflife-care-audit\"> \n <h2>Prepare for end-of-life care audit<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Compile and organize all relevant documentation and records related to the patient's end-of-life care. Ensure that all necessary forms, protocols, and certifications are complete and accurate. Prepare the audit materials for review and evaluation in compliance with regulatory requirements. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"file-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Documentation attachments <\/label> \n   <div class=\"file-container\"> <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-upload btn-icon\"><\/i> File will be uploaded here <\/button> \n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"approval-postmortem-examination-report-by-pathologist\"> \n <h2>Approval: Post-Mortem Examination Report by Pathologist<\/h2>\n <div class=\"approval-content\"> \n  <div class=\"header\"> \n   <div class=\"list-title\">\n    Will be submitted for approval:\n   <\/div> \n  <\/div> \n  <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list\"> \n   <ul class=\"list\"> \n    <li> \n     <div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list-item\"> \n      <div class=\"item\"> \n       <div class=\"container\"> <span class=\"title\">Schedule a post-mortem examination if required<\/span> \n        <div class=\"body\">\n         Will be submitted\n        <\/div> \n       <\/div> \n      <\/div> \n     <\/div> <\/li> \n   <\/ul> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"report-to-insurance-company-if-any\"> \n <h2>Report to insurance company, if any<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   If the deceased patient had an active insurance policy, inform the insurance company about the patient's death. Provide all required information and documentation as per their policies and procedures. Notify the relevant department within the hospital for assistance in the reporting process. \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Insurance company name <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Policy number <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n <div class=\"email-field-content form-field-content\"> \n  <div class=\"form-group\"> <label> Insurance company contact email <\/label> \n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\"> \n  <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section> \n<section id=\"complete-and-submit-any-state-or-federal-documentation-required\"> \n <h2>Complete and submit any state or federal documentation required<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n   Identify and complete any state or federal documentation required following a patient's death. This may include death registration forms, burial or cremation permits, or other legal requirements. 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