Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1536 of 2368

Which statement by a client with a serious illness is the strongest cue that spiritual care is needed?

  1. "I would like my family to visit this weekend."
  2. "I want to learn how to manage my medications."
  3. "I have nothing left to hope for."
  4. "My faith center sends me cards each week."
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Correct answer: "I have nothing left to hope for."

Statements about lost hope, meaning, or control signal spiritual distress. The other statements show goals or supports.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Spirituality: Objective Assessment. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026