A spiritual care specialist is working with a patient whose indigenous spiritual practices conflict with hospital infection-control policies. What is the most ethically appropriate first step?
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A
Prohibit the practice immediately to protect patient safety
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B
Engage in collaborative problem-solving with the care team and patient to find an accommodation
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C
Document the conflict and defer entirely to medical staff decisions
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D
Advise the patient to abandon the practice during hospitalization