An older female patient tells the nurse that through periods of trial and tribulation, the Bible has been the source of ongoing strength and support. Which statement supports this patient's beliefs by researched evidence?
A) Patients from low socioeconomic levels tend to be more religious.
B) Religious commitment has a positive effect on health care outcomes.
C) Patients holding strong religious convictions experience great emotional stress during illness.
D) Among the elderly, high levels of religiosity correlate with greater levels of physical disability.
B
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Evidence suggests that strong spiritual beliefs facilitate health and healing; therefore, it is therapeutically beneficial to support patients' spirituality and assist them in fulfilling spiritual needs. The other statements are not supported by researched evidence.
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