Benchmark – Patient’s Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis
In addition to the topic study materials, use the chart you completed and questions you answered in the Topic 3 about “Case Study: Healing and Autonomy” as the basis for your responses in this assignment.
Benchmark – Patient’s Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis.
Answer the following questions about a patient’s spiritual needs in light of the Christian worldview.
1. In 250 words, respond to the following: Should the physician allow Mike to continue making decisions that seem to him to be irrational and harmful to James, or would that mean a disrespect of a patient’s autonomy? Explain your rationale.
Medical intervention
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3. In 250 words, respond to the following: How would a spiritual needs assessment help the physician assist Mike determine appropriate interventions for James and for his family or others involved in his care?
Topic study materials
Remember to include a strong thesis and support your responses with the topic study materials (minimum of 4 citations and references).
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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This benchmark assignment assesses the following competencies:
5.2: Assess for the spiritual needs and provide appropriate interventions for individuals, families, and groups.
