When does the nurse assess patients' spirituality? (Select all that apply.)
a. Upon admission
b. New diagnosis
c. Life-changing diagnosis
d. When the chaplain makes rounds
e. When facing treatment decisions
ANS: A, B, C, E
There are many times at which a spiritual assessment is necessary. All patients should have their spirituality assessed upon admission at a minimum. Other assessments should be conducted at times when the patient is at risk for spiritual distress. Assessment should be done based on patient need, not when the chaplain is available.
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