When evaluating a patient's risk for spiritual crises, which of the following are part of the evaluation process? (Select all that apply.)
a. Review the patient's self-perception regarding spiritual health.
b. Review the patient's view of his/her purpose in life.
c. Discuss with family and associates the patient's connectedness.
d. Ask whether the patient's expectations are being met.
e. Impress on the patient that spiritual health is permanent once obtained.
A, B, C, D
One critical thinking model for spiritual health evaluation lists the evaluation process as including a review of the patient's self-perception regarding spiritual health, the patient's view of his/her purpose in life, discussion with the family and close associates about the patient's connectedness, and determining whether the patient's expectations are being met. Attainment of spiritual health is a lifelong goal.
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