Multiple Choice
A patient who is experiencing great stress associated with a disturbing new diagnosis asks the nurse,"Do you think saying a prayer would help?" The answer the nurse should give is:
A) "To be honest,it could be that prayer may be your only hope."
B) "You may find prayer gives comfort and lowers your stress."
C) "I could help you feel calmer by teaching you to meditate."
D) "We don't have evidence that prayer helps,but it wouldn't hurt."
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