Which cultural-religious end-of-life practice is correctly matched?
Explanation
Orthodox Jewish practice: the chevra kadisha (sacred burial society) performs tahara (ritual washing and shrouding); embalming is generally avoided; burial occurs as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours. Muslim practice (c) is the opposite of cremation — ghusl (ritual washing) is performed and burial (not cremation) occurs as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours. Catholic anointing (d) is performed by a priest, not family. Hindu practice (b) is typically cremation, not burial at sea. The CNA asks the family about specific practices rather than assuming.
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