An abused client in the inpatient unit recovering from injuries asks to attend Mass at the hospital chapel. The nurse understands that it is important for the client to:
1. Attend to spiritual needs in order to deal with what has happened.
2. Get back to a normal routine as soon as possible.
3. Find a distraction from the injuries.
4. Show an interest in what is going on in the world.
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Rationale: The nurse understands the importance of spiritual support in the recovery process. The client may be struggling with questions or experiencing feelings of rage and grief. This is an important component of the process that will help the client move to a phase of self-forgiveness and healing. The client may wish to attend Mass for the other reasons given, but the nurse knows that these are not as significant to the recovery process.
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