The nurse is concerned that the spouse of a recently deceased client is experiencing spiritual distress when the nurse observes the client:

Question

1. Expressing anger toward God.
2. Crying softly in the client's room.
3. Hugging family members.
4. Talking with caregivers about the client's personal items.
5. Refusing comfort from family.

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1,5
Rationale 1: Defining characteristics of spiritual distress include expressing anger towards God.
Rationale 2: Crying softly in the client's room is not a defining characteristic of spiritual distress.
Rationale 3: Hugging family members is not a defining characteristic of spiritual distress.
Rationale 4: Talking with caregivers about the client's personal items is not a defining characteristic of spiritual distress.
Rationale 5: Defining characteristics of spiritual distress include refusing comfort from family.