Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is providing care for a patient who has terminal liver cancer.Which statement from the patient should the nurse recognize as a sign of spiritual distress?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A. This statement reflects questioning of personal worth and guilt, indicating spiritual distress. B focuses on external blame, C on familial support, and D on personal control, which are not necessarily signs of spiritual distress. It's important for the nurse to recognize expressions of guilt and self-blame to provide appropriate spiritual care.