A 44-year-old client has recovered from a severe postpartum depression and now expresses a strong desire to "give back" to other women who find themselves in various forms of need
The nurse should recognize that this client would likely benefit from which of the following?
A) Altruistic service
B) Prayer and worship
C) Forgiveness and repentance
D) Contemplation
Ans: A
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Altruistic service can take many forms, such as providing emotional support to discouraged people, taking clothes or food to the needy, or visiting the sick. Fellowship and altruism provide ways to reduce alienation and self-preoccupation and may be particularly helpful for clients who are socially isolated, lonely, depressed, suicidal, or experiencing major life crises.
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