A severely depressed patient cannot state any positive attributes to his or her life.The nurse patiently sits with this patient and assists the patient to identify several activities the patient is actually looking forward to in life.The nurse is helping the patient to demonstrate which spiritual concept?
A) Time management
B) Hope
C) Charity
D) Faith

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The concept of hope is vital to nursing; it enables a person to anticipate positive experiences.Being patient and friendly and creating positive relationships are key concepts in all areas of nursing,but especially with depressed patients.The nurse's actions do not address time management,charity,or faith.

A Severely Depressed Patient Cannot State Any Positive Attributes to His