A client tells the nurse, I am an atheist. I do not believe in ...

[09madisonrousseau09]

A client tells the nurse, I am an atheist. I do not believe in God. What would be an appropriate response by the nurse?
 
  A) Well, I believe in God and you should, too.
  B) I respect what you choose to believe in.
  C) How can you deny the existence of God?
  D) What makes you think you are an atheist?

Question 2

A client states that his life has meaning and purpose, he feels loved, and has experienced forgiveness in his life. What is the term that describes this state of spirituality?
 
  A) Spiritual belief
  B) Spiritual alienation
  C) Spiritual health
  D) Spiritual bliss

[macybarnes]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
An atheist is a person who denies the existence of God, guided by philosophies of living that do not include a religious faith. The atheist deserves respect for what he or she chooses to believe.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Defined most simply, spiritual health or well-being is the condition that exists when the universal spiritual needs for meaning and purpose, love and belonging, and forgiveness are met.

[09madisonrousseau09]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[macybarnes]

Great! Please up vote