The nurse is caring for a Roman catholic client who is dying. ...

[nmorano1]

The nurse is caring for a Roman catholic client who is dying. What would be an appropriate action for the nurse?
 
  A) Contact a local priest to complete the anointing of the sick ritual.
  B) Contact a local priest to provide special care to the body after death.
  C) After death, place the client's body on the floor to facilitate the soul's journey.
  D) Ensure that a person of the same sex as the deceased clean the body.

Question 2

Using the FICA spiritual assessment tool, which would be an appropriate question for the C?
 
  A) Do you consider yourself a spiritual person?
  B) Do you attend a specific church?
  C) How do these concerns effect your health?
  D) Can I discuss your concerns with your family?

[dominiqueenicolee]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
Roman Catholics believe that people should have the anointing of the sick, as well as the Eucharist and penance, by a priest before death. There are no special care rituals for the body after death.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
In the FICA model, C is for community. Topics to ask about in this area would include whether the client is actively involved with a church community and if he uses that community as a support.