The nurse concerned about a patient's spiritual needs can best address this by which action?
a. Leaving a note on the chart for other professional
b. Calling the chaplain to come see the patient
c. Collaborating during interdisciplinary rounds
d. Informing the provider of the patient's needs
ANS: C
Spiritual care must be multidisciplinary in order to be most effective. The nurse best addresses patients' spiritual needs by discussing them during interdisciplinary rounds.
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