Which of the following symptoms would the faith community nurse ...

[bobthebuilder]

Which of the following symptoms would the faith community nurse (FCN) expect to see when caring for a client with the diagnosis of spiritual distress?
 
  a. Hopelessness, isolation, and loneliness
  b. Intense need for prayer and support
  c. Loss of faith
  d. Withdrawal from stress and the environment

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important task to be accomplished during the initial home visit?
 
  a. Assess the client and the family
  b. Discuss social topics
  c. Educate the client and the family regarding the health problem
  d. Establish rapport and trust

[Loise Hard]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
FCNs provide nursing interventions related to the nursing diagnosis as connected to spiritual distress (e.g., loneliness, isolation, and hopelessness).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Many clients in need of nursing visits do not trust the health care system and are uncomfortable with the representative from an agency visiting their home. The nurse must build a trust relationship early in the visit or the client will not allow additional visits. Beginning with social topics is often a helpful tool to help establish trust and rapport. After rapport and trust have been established, the nurse can assess the client and family and provide education. Discussion of social topics would not be the primary task to accomplish during any nurse-client interaction.

[bobthebuilder]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[smrtceo]

Gracias!