The nurse is assessing level of stress in a patient from another culture. Which question is the most appropriate in helping the nurse understand the impact of the patient's belief system?
A) "Do you engage in prayer to help you during times of stress?"
B) "Do you go to church or other form of organized worship?"
C) "Do you have certain beliefs that are helpful during times of stress?"
D) "Do you want spiritual counseling while you are here?"

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The nurse needs to obtain a knowledge base of the patient's culture as well as identify health beliefs and cultural values from the patient's worldview. Asking the patient specific questions about prayer or church or spiritual counseling is inappropriate until the nurse first understands what the patient's own beliefs and practices are.

The Nurse Is Assessing Level of Stress in a Patient