While reviewing the chart for an assigned patient before beginning care, a student notes that the patient does not belong to a specific religion. Based on this information, what should the student interpret about the patient?
A) A person may be deeply spiritual but not profess a religion.
B) Belonging to an organized religion is essential to spirituality.
C) The student will not have to consider the spiritual dimension.
D) The patient should be referred for spiritual counseling.
A
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