The nurse who works in the intensive care unit reads the Bible and attends church every week. Which statement best captures the role of spirituality in nursing practice?
A) Spirituality nurtures strong relationships with the nurse's family.
B) Being spiritually active has been shown to increase stamina and immunity.
C) Spiritual depth allows the nurse to be immune from the stresses of high-paced work environment.
D) Being spiritually active allows the nurse to better understand and meet patients' and families' spiritual needs.
Question 2
The nurse identifies the problem of a potential complicationpulmona ry edemafor a patient in acute congestive heart failure (CHF). For which early symptom of this problem does the nurse assess?
a. Pink, frothy sputum
b. Lethargy and faintness
c. Decreased urinary output
d. Bradycardia