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A resident asks to see a chaplain or clergy member from his own faith. What should the nursing assistant do?
- A.Let the nurse know promptly so the visit can be arranged, and provide privacy when the visit occurs
- B.Tell the resident staff are too busy for visits this week
- C.Arrange a visit from a clergy member of your own faith instead
- D.Tell the resident to wait until discharge to seek spiritual support
Correct answer
A. Let the nurse know promptly so the visit can be arranged, and provide privacy when the visit occurs
Why
Requests for clergy or spiritual support should be passed to the nurse promptly and honored with privacy. Substituting a different faith or delaying without reason disrespects the resident's needs.
Content outline: Psychosocial Care Skills - Cultural and Spiritual Needs: Respecting Beliefs and Practices · From the Psychosocial Care Skills practice bank (PS-085).