The nurse is planning a staff education program about culturally competent care.
Which of the following religions prefer cremations rather than burying the remains of the deceased person?
The nurse is planning a staff education program about culturally competent care.
Which of the following religions prefer cremations rather than burying the remains of the deceased person?
A. Hinduism
[58%]
B. Islam
[13%]
C. Mormons
[10%]
D. Eastern orthodox
[18%]
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Subject/Lesson
Subject
Fundamentals
Lesson
Cultural, Spiritual, and Religion Concepts
Client Need
Test Plan
Psychosocial Integrity
Related Topic
Cultural Awareness/Cultural Influences
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Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice A is correct. In Hinduism, cremation is the traditional method of disposing of the deceased person. The ashes are then typically spread over the holy river. Cremations are viewed as discouraged or forbidden among those who practice Islam, Mormonism, and the Eastern Orthodox religion.
Choice B is incorrect. Cremations are viewed as discouraged or forbidden among those who practice the Islam religion.
Choice C is incorrect. Cremations are viewed as discouraged or forbidden among those who practice the Mormon faith.
Choice D is incorrect. Cremations are viewed as discouraged or forbidden among those who practice the Eastern Orthodox religion.
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