A Terminally Ill Patient Is Demonstrating Signs of Spiritual Distress

question 13

Multiple Choice

A terminally ill patient is demonstrating signs of spiritual distress. Which should the nurse do first to assist this patient?

• A) Use the FICA assessment.
• B) Help the patient with guided imagery.
• C) Offer to pray with the patient.
• D) Leave the patient alone with her thoughts.

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