A Vietnamese Buddhist resident is dying. The family asks that monks be allowed in to chant at the bedside through the night. The CNA should:
Explanation
Cultural and religious end-of-life practices are protected expressions of resident dignity under 42 CFR §483.10(e). Buddhist chanting, Catholic last rites, Filipino prayer vigils, and Latinx novenas are end-of-life rituals that should be accommodated. The CNA coordinates with the nurse for private space and care timing. Denial (c), arbitrary limits (d), or suppression (a) violate religious accommodation and add suffering at a sacred time.
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