A patient in whom metastatic cancer is diagnosed tells the nurse, "God has never let me down before. I'll pray for strength." This patient's illness behavior is being influenced by
a. resiliency.
b. sense of control.
c. spirituality.
d. depression.
ANS: C
A
Resiliency is survival under trying circumstances.
B
Sense of control is feeling that one can control a situation.
C
Spirituality is an inner strength related to a belief in and connectedness to a higher power.
D
Depression involves feelings of loss, grief, and despair.
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