Emotional SupportQuestion 160 of 200
Which cultural-religious end-of-life practice is correctly matched?
a.Jewish (Orthodox): chevra kadisha performs ritual washing (tahara) and the body is generally not embalmed; burial occurs as soon as possible
b.Muslim: the body should be cremated within 24 hours
c.Catholic: ritual washing must be performed by family only with no clergy
d.Hindu: bodies are always buried at sea by family
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 (b) 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 (c) is performed by a priest, not family. Hindu practice (d) is typically cremation, not burial at sea. The CNA asks the family about specific practices rather than assuming.
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