The family members of a critically ill client tells the nurse, We ...

[futuristic]

The family members of a critically ill client tells the nurse, We believe in the power of prayer. We will continue to pray that our loved on recovers.
 
  Based on this data, which does the nurse realize that the family is demonstrating?
  A) Good family support system
  B) Spiritual health
  C) Conflict
  D) Denial

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to a client who has just received the diagnosis of cancer. Which findings would suggest that the client is experiencing spiritual distress?
 
  Select all that apply.
  A) Client is observed crying with children.
  B) Client refuses to talk with family.
  C) Client discusses possible outcomes with healthcare provider.
  D) Client turns off the television and stares out the window.
  E) Client is talking quietly with spouse.

[kswal303]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

The family and client believe the client will recover and that their faith and divine intervention will sustain them. This is evidence of spiritual health. The family may or may not be denying the client's health status. The family is not demonstrating conflict. The family may be a good support system to the client.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B, D

Characteristics of spiritual distress include refusing interaction with family and friends and taking no interest in interaction with the environment. Talking with a spouse or healthcare provider and crying with children are not characteristics of spiritual distress.

[futuristic]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bulacsom]

Gracias!