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A nursing diagnosis for a patient suffering a terminal illness is spiritual distress. Based on the diagnosis, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Allowing the patient to express concerns about dying
  2. Soliciting an appropriate member of the clergy with the patient's consent
  3. Suggesting that family members limit their visits during the patient's distress
  4. Providing comfort by sitting quietly at the patient's bedside
  5. Encouraging the patient to leave the TV on and to keep room blinds open

Question 2

A nurse is aware that a patient who is experiencing spiritual distress may do which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Exhibit feelings of hopelessness.
  2. Show signs of depression.
  3. Read the Bible.
  4. Request a visit from a member of the clergy.
  5. Exhibit anger at God.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1, 2, 4

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 5


mmm

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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