Which Question Should the Nurse Ask to Assess the Patient's

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which question should the nurse ask to assess the patient's spiritual health?

• A)"I see that you have a Jewish name.What rituals do you practise that I should know about in relation to your health?"
• B)"Are there any beliefs or practices I should know about that are important to your health?"
• C)"Do you attend a church on a regular basis?"
• D)"I notice you wear a scarf.How often do you go to services at your mosque?"

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Definitions:

Identity Diffusion

Identity status, described by Marcia, that is characterized by absence of commitment and lack of serious consideration of alternatives.

Adolescents

Individuals in the transitional stage of development between childhood and adulthood, typically between the ages of 13 and 19.

Foreclosure

in the context of identity development, is the premature commitment to an identity without adequate exploration of other options.

Diffusion Identity Statuses

A situation in psychological development where an individual has not yet explored or committed to a sense of identity.