A patient is fearful of upcoming surgery and a possible cancer diagnosis. He discusses his love for the Bible with his nurse, who recommends a favorite Bible verse. Another nurse tells the patient's nurse that there is no place in nursing for spiritual caring. The patient's nurse replies:
A) "Spiritual care should be left to a professional."
B) "You are correct, religion is a personal decision."
C) "Nurses should not force their religious beliefs on patients."
D) "Spiritual, mind, and body connections can affect health."
Ans: D) "Spiritual, mind, and body connections can affect health."
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