Which group is described as providing emotional and spiritual support to patients and families during the ED stay?

• A. Nurses
• B. Community Volunteers
• C. Chaplain
• D. Chaplains and Social Workers

Answer: (D)

Supporting patients and families in the ED with both emotional and spiritual needs is most effectively provided by professionals who address both domains. Chaplains offer spiritual care—comfort aligned with the patient’s beliefs, prayer, and religious rituals—while social workers provide emotional support, counseling, help with coping, family communication, and coordinating resources and discharge planning. Together, they cover the full scope of emotional and spiritual support described. Nurses and community volunteers contribute valuable support, but the combination of chaplains and social workers best fits the described role.