Zoroastrianism
Article Abstract:
Zoroastrian beliefs are reviewed as a guideline for health-care staff dealing with dying Zoroastrian patients and preparation of the dead. Zoroastrians (Parsees) are forbidden organ transplantation and blood transfusion, although some less orthodox believers may agree to these treatments. There are no restrictions on diet. Last rites are not read before death, but believers would require their loved ones to be near. Body donation and postmortems are forbidden. Cremation and burial are acceptable in the UK, with funerals taking place as quickly as possible following death. Interpretation may be needed as English may not be the Zoroastrian's primary language.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Christian Science
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Christian Scientists rely on prayer to heal the sick, rather than on surgery or medication. Christian Scientists would therefore reject organ transplants or transfusion as unacceptable material treatment methods. A Christian Scientist who is in hospital voluntarily would accept the minimum of medical treatment, while one who has not been admitted voluntarily would not want any material treatment at all.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Christianity
Article Abstract:
Guidance for health service workers caring for Christian patients is given. Free Church, Roman Catholic and Anglican attitudes towards care of the sick and dying, funerals, post-mortems, transfusions, transplants and donation of bodies or organs are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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