Individuals of the Buddhist faith mediate to prepare for the transition of death; generally, family members allow them to concentrate on this process. The nurse should support this process and not disturb the patient or family. It may be appropriate to intervene if the patient is distressed, but it is important for the nurse to understand the culture. Reminding the spouse of the patient’s imminent death is not appropriate. Asking the patient to sit with him disturbs the patient’s meditation.