Which of the following statements about emergency baptism is TRUE?
a. Any baptized Christian may perform one.
b. Sterile water can be blessed and used for baptism.
c. All Christian denominations endorse the practice.
d. The baptism may need to be repeated if the client recovers.
A
In many cultures, baptism is a sacred rite. In an emergency situation, baptism can be performed by any baptized Christian.
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