The nurse is caring for a patient who is dying. The patient's family member tells the nurse, "I hope my husband finds Nirvana quickly." Which religion is most commonly associated with belief in Nirvana?
1. Islam
2. Buddhism
3. Hinduism
4. Christianity
Answer: 2
Explanation: Buddhism emphasizes that Nirvana is the end of suffering and rebirth after death. Belief in Nirvana is not associated with Islam, Hinduism, or Christianity.
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