The nurse is working with a child whose religious beliefs differ from those of the general population.The best nursing intervention to use to meet the specific spiritual needs of this child and family is to:

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Showing respect for the child and family's religious rituals and allowing them time and privacy to practice them is the best way to meet their specific spiritual needs. Asking about their beliefs and identifying any practices forbidden by those beliefs are also important, but showing respect and allowing them to practice their beliefs is the priority. Asking about the cause of the illness may not directly address their spiritual needs but can provide insight into their cultural beliefs and practices.

The Nurse Is Working with a Child Whose Religious Beliefs