When assisting the client who practices Islam or Judaism with meal pla

When assisting the client who practices Islam or Judaism with meal planning, the nurse knows that both religions share an avoidance of:

1. Alcohol
2. Shellfish
3. Caffeine
4. Pork products

ANSWER

ANS: 4
Clients who practice Islam or Judaism share an avoidance of pork in their diet. Clients who prac-tice Islam avoid alcohol and caffeine but will eat shellfish. Clients who practice Judaism do not restrict alcohol or caffeine intake and only eat fish with scales. Seventh-Day Adventists also avoid shellfish. Mormons also avoid caffeine.