A nurse is caring for a young woman who is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon).What should be offered as an appropriate snack by the nurse?
a. Juice and cookies
b. Tea and a piece of fruit
c. Coffee and a cinnamon roll
d. Cola drink and chips
A
The Mormon faith abstains from the use of beverages with caffeine such as cola, coffee, and tea. Juice and cookies do not violate the dietary habits.
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