During the admission process, the nurse assesses the patient’s spiritu

QUESTION

During the admission process, the nurse assesses the patient’s spiritual belief system and what other aspect related to that system?

1. Christianity
2. Godly assumptions
3. Religious preference
4. Religious knowledge

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 3

Burkhardt and Nagai-Jacobson (2009) defined religion as “an organized system of beliefs regarding the cause, purpose, and nature of the universe that is shared by a group of people, and the practices, behaviors, worship, and ritual associated with that system.” Religious preference should be addressed with the spiritual assessment. Christianity is a form of religion that may be indicated by a patient but an assessment of Christianity is not appropriate. Depending on the individual’s spirituality they may or may not have a belief in God or have Godly assumptions. Religious knowledge is not part of the admission process assessment.