While Completing the History,the Nurse Learns That a Patient Fasts

While completing the history,the nurse learns that a patient fasts during Lent.What should the nurse understand about fasting?

A) Religious fasting requirements require only no food intake.Water and other beverages are acceptable.
B) Religious fasting requirements must be maintained at all times or the patient will experience spiritual distress.
C) Religious fasting requirements are observed only during daylight hours.
D) Religious fasting requirements are usually exempted for patients who are ill or are hospitalized.