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While completing the history, the nurse learns that a patient fasts during Lent. What should the nurse understand about fasting?
 
  1. Religious fasting requirements require only no food intake. Water and other beverages are acceptable.
  2. Religious fasting requirements must be maintained at all times or the patient will experience spiritual distress.
  3. Religious fasting requirements are observed only during daylight hours.
  4. Religious fasting requirements are usually exempted for patients who are ill or are hospitalized.

Question 2

A critically ill newborn is the child of two parents who are Catholic. What action should the nurse take regarding the baptism of this infant?
 
  1. Baptize the baby.
  2. Ask the parents for direction in whom they want to baptize the baby.
  3. Ask the hospital chaplain to baptize the baby.
  4. Ask the doctor to baptize the baby.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Many religions require fasting different times of the year or after certain life events; however, believers who are seriously ill are often exempted from such requirements. Many hospitals and health organizations attempt to facilitate ritual observances for patients, patient's families, and staff during these times. Some religious fasting requirements may require restriction of all food and beverage intake. Religious fasting requirements are often removed if the patient is seriously ill. Religious fasting may cover both day and night fasting, depending on the religious observance.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

Respecting the religious wishes of the patients is of utmost importance. The nurse should not assume the wishes of the patient and should assess the situation before acting.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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