Author Question: A nurse's colleague has questioned the objective usefulness of spirituality and religious practices. ... (Read 13 times)

Metfan725 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A nurse's colleague has questioned the objective usefulness of spirituality and religious practices. Which of the following statements best describes a connection between religious involvement and health that the nurse could cite?

A) There is little or no relationship between religious involvement and improved health.
B) Religion is related to better mental health but has no effect on physical health.
C) Better physical and mental health and a healthier lifestyle are associated with religious practice.
D) There are better subjective feelings of health but no demonstrable effects on longevity.

Question 2

The nurse is interviewing a client who states that she lives alone and follows no religion. The nurse contemplates how lonely the client must be, living by herself and having no religious community for support.

The nurse's thoughts reflect what?
A) Empathy
B) Lack of self-awareness
C) Prejudice
D) Compassion

Rilsmarie951 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
Studies have found that religious people are physically healthier, lead healthier lifestyles, and require fewer health services than those who are not religious (Koenig, 2009). Most have shown that religious people experience better psychological functioning and adapt more successfully to stress.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Nurses and other health care providers must develop an awareness of the influence of their values on their identity and professional life. When working with clients, nurses and other health care providers must become aware of their own personal values, their clients' values, and the differences between them. Self-awareness allows health care providers to act from their own spiritual or cultural perspectives while taking care not to impose these values on others. It is likely that this nurse is projecting his or her own prioritization of religious community and close social and family support. The nurse should first assess the client's views on these matters.