Which of the following symptoms would the faith community nurse (FCN) expect to see when caring for a client with the diagnosis of spiritual distress?
a. Hopelessness, isolation, and loneliness
b. Intense need for prayer and support
c. Loss of faith
d. Withdrawal from stress and the environment
ANS: A
FCNs provide nursing interventions related to the nursing diagnosis as connected to spiritual distress (e.g., loneliness, isolation, and hopelessness).
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