Which one of the following guiding principles helps explain nursing's holistic approach?
a. Nursing care can be provided in a variety of settings.
b. Nursing care persists even in the absence of scientific research.
c. Nursing care considers mind, body, and spirit.
d. Nursing provides care regardless of a patient's belief systems or culture.
ANS: C
A
Holistic care can be provided in any setting.
B
"Nursing care persists even in the absence of scientific research" does not address the meaning of holism.
C
Holistic nursing considers the whole person: body, mind, and spirit.
D
Nursing care always strives to consider a person's culture and belief system.
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