The Nurse Caring for a Patient Without Any Religious Affiliation

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse caring for a patient without any religious affiliation who was admitted 2 days ago with a severe gastrointestinal infection encounters the hospital chaplain who wants to pray with the patient. The most appropriate response by the nurse is:

• A) "That is a wonderful idea. I am sure that the patient will find comfort in that."
• B) "Before you do that, we need to get the patient's permission."
• C) "I need to get an order from the doctor."
• D) "I don't think the patient wants any religious interventions."

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