Ramadan and fasting as a nurse: how to keep energy up on shift

Nurses, a nursing student and a dietitian share tips on fasting while in clinical practice. Plus how managers and colleagues can support staff observing Ramadan

Ramadan, the Islamic month of prayer and fasting, is a time when managing both religious observance and a demanding job is thrown into sharp focus for Muslim nurses.

Fasting from dawn to sunset means individuals must balance their nutrition to cope with shifts and working while unable to hydrate.

Primary Care Dietitians chief clinical officer Nusrat Kausar , who previously worked in acute care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has tips for nursing staff on how best to manage their eating and drinking once they are able to break their fast each