How to care for a Jewish patient or resident

How to care for a Jewish patient or resident

1. Ask if the Jewish patient or resident has any dietary restrictions. There can be many Kosher rules about food storage, preparation, and serving. Some foods are strictly forbidden, such as pork, shellfish, and birds of prey. Notify of the nurse of any food restrictions. 2. Ask the Jewish patient or resident about practices that you can support. Examples are handwashing and prayer before meals, and shaving methods for men. 3. Jewish people respect certain rituals before and after death. The family will notify their rabbi and Synagogue. 4. After the death, three family members typically wash the body. 5. Burial takes place within 24 hours.

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