CHPNA Spiritual and Psychosocial Support

Question 1

Who on the hospice interdisciplinary team is primarily responsible for addressing spiritual needs?

Accepted Answer

Chaplain or spiritual care counselor

Answer

Nursing assistant

Answer

Physician

Answer

Physical therapist

Question 2

What is the nursing assistant's role in spiritual care?

Accepted Answer

Observe and report spiritual concerns to the care team and provide respectful, non-judgmental presence

Answer

Lead prayer sessions for patients

Answer

Prescribe spiritual activities

Answer

Conduct religious rituals for the patient

Question 3

Spirituality in palliative care is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The dimension of life that relates to meaning, purpose, and connection—which may or may not include religion

Answer

Only formal religious practice

Answer

Attendance at religious services

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A clinical symptom requiring medication

Question 4

A patient expresses that they fear they have not lived a good life. This is best identified as:

Accepted Answer

Spiritual distress

Answer

Physical pain

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Financial distress

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Cognitive decline

Question 5

When a patient or family member requests a specific religious ritual, the nursing assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Facilitate the request by notifying the nurse and chaplain, and accommodate as able

Answer

Decide whether the ritual is appropriate

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Decline all religious requests

Answer

Only accommodate Christian requests

Question 6

What is 'life review' in hospice care?

Accepted Answer

A process where the patient reflects on their life experiences, finding meaning and resolution

Answer

A medical history assessment

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A psychological test

Answer

A financial review for estate planning