Using the FICA spiritual assessment tool, which would be an appropriate question for the C?
A) "Do you consider yourself a spiritual person?"
B) "Do you attend a specific church?"
C) "How do these concerns effect your health?"
D) "Can I discuss your concerns with your family?"
Ans: B
Feedback:
In the FICA model, "C" is for "community". Topics to ask about in this area would include whether the client is actively involved with a church community and if he uses that community as a support.
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