Faith community nursing (FCN) was founded on which of the following premises?
a. Nurses' faith beliefs do not play a part in healing.
b. The spiritual aspect takes precedence over the physical body in healing.
c. Spiritual health is central to a person's well-being.
d. Faith community nurses must receive formal training as a minister or clergy.
ANS: C
A
The nurse's spiritual journey is believed to be an essential aspect of this nursing role.
B
Patients are treated holistically under FCN.
C
FCN is based on the belief that spiritual health is central to well-being.
D
Faith community nurses do not need to have formal training as a ministers.
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