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WWatsford · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When learning of the diagnosis of a deep vein thrombosis, a client states, If it is God's will, I will get better. Which would be the most important nursing intervention in order to provide spiritually competent care?

a. Notify the physician immediately.
b. Convey respect for the client's belief.
c. Tell the client they shouldn't give up.
d. Further assess the client's knowledge of the disease.

Question 2

The nurse would include an assessment of a client's spirituality because it:

a. will describe the client's culture.
b. will explain the client's religion.
c. explains the relationship to self, to others, and to a higher power.
d. is a factor that enables one to cope with distressing events.