A Patient Is Considering a Life-Saving Procedure That Is Not

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is considering a life-saving procedure that is not accepted by his faith community. What nursing diagnosis is a priority as the nurse plans care?

• A) Spiritual distress
• B) Impaired religiosity
• C) Moral distress
• D) Decisional conflict

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