A patient newly diagnosed as HIV-positive seeks the nurse's advice on how to reduce the risk of infections. The patient says, "I went to church years ago and I was in my best health then. Maybe I should start going to church again." Which response will the nurse offer?

A) "Religion does not usually affect health, but you were younger and stronger then."
B) "Contact with supportive people at a church might help, but religion itself is not especially helpful."
C) "Studies show that spiritual practices can enhance immune system function and coping abilities."
D) "Going to church would expose you to many potential infections. Let's think about some other options."

Question

Amaya Eskue · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Studies have shown a positive correlation between spiritual practices and enhanced immune system function and sense of well-being. The other options wrongly suggest that spiritual practices have little effect on the immune system or reject the patient's preferences regarding health management.

Definitions

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Related questions