A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Was Recently

question 3

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed with a terminal illness. Which statement made by the client would indicate to the nurse that the client is in spiritual distress?

• A)"I am not sure why this is happening but I believe God has a plan for me."
• B)"I wish I did not have cancer but I believe that it is happening for a reason."
• C)"My children don't go to church and they are having a difficult time dealing with my diagnosis."
• D)"People tell me things happen for a reason, but why is God doing this to me?"

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