Chapters 35, 36, 32 Flashcards
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What is the purpose of spiritual assessment in nursing?
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Identify the patient’s spiritual needs, beliefs, and resources to provide individualized care.
2
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Define spirituality.
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The awareness of one’s inner self and a sense of connection to a higher entity, something greater than self.
3
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What does it mean to be an atheist?
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Belief in no god.
4
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What is an agnostic?
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Someone who does not believe in a higher power.
5
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What is self-transcendence?
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A sense of being connected to one’s self.
6
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Define transcendence.
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A belief that there is a force that is greater than self and exists beyond this world.
7
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Why is it important to explore a patient’s faith or belief?
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To understand the spiritual or religious beliefs that provide meaning to their life.
8
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What is a common question to assess a patient’s spiritual beliefs?
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Do you have a faith or belief that is important to you?
9
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How can spiritual beliefs influence a patient’s health?
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They can affect the patient’s health and response to illness.
10
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What is one example question to assess the influence of spiritual beliefs on health care decisions?
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How do your spiritual beliefs affect your health care decisions?
11
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How can a nurse assess if a patient is part of a spiritual community?
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By asking if they are connected with a faith community that supports them.
12
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What tool can guide nurses in conducting a comprehensive spiritual assessment?
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FICA Spiritual Assessment Tool.
13
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List the components of the FICA Spiritual Assessment Tool.
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- Faith or Belief
- Importance and Influence
- Community
- Address in Care
14
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What is spiritual distress?
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A state of suffering related to impaired ability to experience meaning in life.
15
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What are indicators of spiritual distress?
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- Expressing lack of hope
- Lack of meaning or purpose
- Feelings of abandonment by a higher power
16
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What does risk for spiritual distress indicate?
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Potential for experiencing challenges to one’s belief system.
17
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What are some indicators of risk for spiritual distress?
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- Life transitions
- Illness
- Loss that may challenge spiritual beliefs
18
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What is readiness for enhanced spiritual well-being?
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A pattern of experiencing and integrating meaning and purpose in life that can be strengthened.
19
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What are indicators of readiness for enhanced spiritual well-being?
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- Expressing desire for spiritual growth
- Deeper connections
20
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What should be included in the planning phase for spiritual care?
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Develop individualized goals that address the patient’s spiritual needs.
21
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Provide an example of a goal for spiritual care planning.
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Patient will express feelings of hope and find meaning in their current situation.
22
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How should nurses set priorities in spiritual care?
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Address immediate spiritual concerns that may affect health outcomes.
23
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What is a key aspect of collaborative care in spiritual nursing?
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Involve chaplains, spiritual advisors, or community resources as appropriate.
24
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What is the role of active listening in nursing interventions for spiritual care?
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Provide a non-judgmental space for patients to express their spiritual concerns.
25
What are some ways to facilitate religious rituals?
* Assist with prayer
* Arrange meditation
* Support sacraments
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Why is cultural sensitivity important in spiritual care?
To respect diverse spiritual beliefs and practices.
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What is a key outcome to evaluate in spiritual care?
Assess if the patient expresses a sense of peace, hope, or meaning.
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How can a nurse evaluate a patient's participation in spiritual practices?
Observe if the patient engages in desired spiritual or religious activities.
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What should be done if a patient's spiritual needs change?
Modify interventions based on the patient’s feedback and changing spiritual needs.
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What are the key takeaways regarding spirituality in nursing care?
* Spirituality is crucial for holistic nursing care.
* The nursing process provides a structured approach.
* Cultural competence is essential in spiritual care.
31
What is the definition of Religion?
An organized system of beliefs, rituals, and practices related to a higher power or deity.
## Footnote
Religion often involves community worship and adherence to specific doctrines.
32
What is the definition of Spirituality?
A personal and individual sense of meaning, purpose, and connection to something greater than oneself.
## Footnote
Spirituality is often more fluid and subjective compared to organized religion.
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What is the structure of Religion?
Institutional, with defined doctrines, traditions, and community-based worship.
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Religious structures often include places of worship and formal leadership.
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What is the structure of Spirituality?
Personal and fluid, not necessarily tied to an institution or specific beliefs.
## Footnote
Spirituality varies greatly between individuals.
35
What are common practices in Religion?
Rituals, prayers, sacraments, sacred texts, and communal worship.
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These practices often reinforce community bonds and shared beliefs.
36
What are common practices in Spirituality?
Meditation, mindfulness, self-reflection, nature connection, and individual prayer.
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Spiritual practices are often aimed at personal growth and connection.
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What is the belief system in Religion based on?
Often based on specific teachings, scriptures, or religious leaders.
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Religious beliefs are typically codified and taught through formal instruction.
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What is the belief system in Spirituality based on?
More subjective, based on personal experiences and interpretations.
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Spiritual beliefs can change based on life experiences.
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How does Religion play a role in healthcare?
Provides a structured support system and guidelines on medical decisions (e.g., dietary restrictions, end-of-life care).
## Footnote
Religious beliefs can influence treatment choices and healthcare practices.
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How does Spirituality contribute to healthcare?
Can contribute to emotional well-being, coping mechanisms, and a sense of peace during illness.
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Spirituality often aids in mental resilience during health crises.
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What are the impacts of spiritual practices on health?
Stress Reduction & Mental Health, Improved Coping & Quality of Life, Behavioral Impact on Health, Influence on Medical Decisions, Physical Health Benefits.
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Each impact highlights the multifaceted role of spirituality in health.
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What is one effect of meditation, prayer, and mindfulness practices?
Lower stress, reduce anxiety, and improve overall emotional resilience.
## Footnote
These practices are often used in therapeutic settings.
43
How can belief in a higher power affect coping with serious illnesses?
Can provide hope, meaning, and purpose, enhancing coping abilities.
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This belief may contribute to a more positive outlook during challenging health situations.
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What role does spiritual support play during medical crises?
Can be a source of comfort during medical crises.
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Spiritual care can include counseling and emotional support.
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What are some healthy behaviors encouraged by religious or spiritual traditions?
Avoiding substance abuse, promoting a balanced diet, fostering social support.
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These behaviors can lead to improved physical and mental health.
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How can religious communities affect mental health?
Can provide social connections that reduce feelings of isolation and depression.
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Community engagement is a key factor in mental health support.
47
In what ways may spiritual beliefs influence medical decisions?
Shape views on treatments, organ donation, end-of-life care, and medical interventions.
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Healthcare providers must consider these beliefs when planning care.
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What is a specific example of a medical belief held by a religious group?
Refusal of blood transfusions by Jehovah’s Witnesses.
## Footnote
This highlights the importance of understanding patient beliefs in healthcare.
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What does research suggest about spiritual practices like meditation and prayer?
Can lower blood pressure.
## Footnote
This suggests potential physiological benefits of spiritual practices.
50
What is the focus of Chapter 36 of Potter and Perry’s Fundamentals of Nursing?
The experiences of loss, death, and grief, emphasizing the nurse’s role in providing compassionate and effective care.
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What is the purpose of assessment in the context of loss, death, and grief?
To identify the patient’s and family’s experiences and responses to loss, death, or grief to provide individualized care.
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What are the types of loss?
1. Actual Loss: Recognized by others (e.g., death of a loved one).
2. Perceived Loss: Felt by the person but intangible to others (e.g., loss of independence).
3. Maturational Loss: Related to developmental changes (e.g., children leaving home).
4. Situational Loss: Resulting from unexpected events (e.g., accidents).
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What are the grief reactions?
1. Normal Grief: Common feelings like disbelief, yearning, anger, and depression.
2. Anticipatory Grief: Grief before an expected loss or death.
3. Complicated Grief: Prolonged or significantly difficult time moving forward after a loss.
4. Disenfranchised Grief: Grief not socially recognized (e.g., loss of an ex-spouse).
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What are the stages of grief according to Kubler-Ross?
1. Denial: Refusing to accept the reality of loss.
2. Anger: Frustration and anger about the loss.
3. Bargaining: Attempting to negotiate a way out of the loss.
4. Depression: Deep sadness about the loss.
5. Acceptance: Coming to terms with the loss.
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What are common nursing diagnoses related to loss, death, and grief?
1. Grieving: Normal response to a loss.
Indicators: Emotional distress, sorrow, and yearning.
2. Complicated Grieving: Prolonged or intensified grief leading to functional impairment.
Indicators: Persistent disbelief, inability to accept the loss, and emotional numbness.
3. Risk for Complicated Grieving: Potential for prolonged or intensified grief responses.
Indicators: Lack of support system, history of mental health issues, or multiple losses.
4. Death Anxiety: Fear related to impending death.
Indicators: Expressing fear of dying, panic attacks, or excessive worry.
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What are the goals and outcomes in the planning phase?
Develop individualized goals that address the patient’s and family’s needs.
## Footnote
Examples include: Patient will express feelings about the loss within a week; Family will participate in bereavement counseling sessions; Patient will identify at least two coping strategies to manage grief.
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What should be prioritized in the planning phase?
Address immediate emotional and psychological needs, ensure physical symptoms related to grief are managed, and facilitate open communication among family members.
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What are nursing interventions in the implementation phase?
1. Therapeutic Communication: Use open-ended questions to encourage expression of feelings.
2. Facilitating Grief Work: Encourage reminiscence and sharing of memories.
3. Providing Emotional Support: Offer reassurance and validate feelings.
4. Education: Inform about the normal grief process and coping mechanisms.
5. Referral to Support Services: Connect with bereavement support groups or counseling services.
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What should be evaluated in the evaluation phase?
1. Emotional Adjustment: Assess if the patient and family are expressing feelings and adapting to the loss.
2. Coping Strategies: Evaluate the effectiveness of coping mechanisms utilized.
3. Physical Health: Monitor for physical symptoms related to grief.
4. Revising the Care Plan: Modify interventions based on the patient’s and family’s responses and feedback.
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What is the nurse's role in providing emotional support during loss and grief?
Offer a compassionate presence, active listening, and reassurance.
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Emotional support is critical for patients and families navigating grief.
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What are the key responsibilities of nurses when assessing grief reactions?
Recognize emotional, physical, and behavioral responses to loss.
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This includes identifying signs of normal and complicated grief.
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How do nurses facilitate communication with families experiencing grief?
Encourage open conversations about feelings, wishes, and concerns.
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Effective communication helps families process their grief.
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What are some symptom management strategies nurses use in grief care?
Provide pain relief, comfort measures, and address distressing symptoms.
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Managing symptoms is essential for patient comfort.
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Why is it important for nurses to respect cultural and spiritual beliefs in grief care?
Ensure care aligns with the patient’s and family’s values.
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Cultural competence enhances the quality of care.
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What role do nurses play in educating families about the dying process?
Help families understand the dying process, hospice, and palliative care options.
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Education empowers families during a difficult time.
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What is postmortem care in the context of nursing?
Follow facility protocols for respectful handling of the body and supporting the bereaved.
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Postmortem care is crucial for maintaining dignity.
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What characterizes normal (uncomplicated) grief?
A natural response to loss, with emotions such as sadness, anger, and acceptance over time.
## Footnote
This type of grief typically resolves over time.
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What is anticipatory grief?
Occurs before an expected loss (e.g., terminal illness).
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It allows individuals to prepare emotionally for the loss.
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Define complicated grief.
Intense, prolonged grief that interferes with daily life; includes chronic, delayed, or exaggerated grief.
## Footnote
Complicated grief may require professional intervention.
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What is disenfranchised grief?
Grief that is not socially recognized (e.g., loss of a pet, miscarriage, or an ex-partner).
## Footnote
This type of grief can lead to feelings of isolation.
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List some emotional characteristics of grief.
* Sadness
* Anger
* Guilt
* Loneliness
## Footnote
These emotions are common during the grieving process.
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What physical symptoms may accompany grief?
* Fatigue
* Loss of appetite
* Sleep disturbances
## Footnote
Grief can manifest in various physical ways.
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What cognitive difficulties might a person experiencing grief face?
* Difficulty concentrating
* Disbelief
* Preoccupation with loss
## Footnote
Cognitive effects of grief can hinder daily functioning.
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What behavioral changes may indicate a person is grieving?
* Social withdrawal
* Crying
* Restlessness
## Footnote
These behaviors can signal the impact of grief.
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What personal factors influence a person's response to grief?
* Age
* Personality
* Coping skills
* Past experiences with loss
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Individual differences significantly affect grief responses.
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How does the nature of the loss affect grief responses?
* Sudden vs. expected
* Traumatic vs. peaceful
* Personal significance
## Footnote
The context of the loss shapes how individuals grieve.
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What role does a support system play in a person's grieving process?
Presence of family, friends, or professional support.
## Footnote
A strong support system can facilitate healthier grieving.
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How do cultural and religious beliefs influence grieving?
Influence grieving rituals, expressions of grief, and coping mechanisms.
## Footnote
Cultural context can dictate how grief is experienced and expressed.
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How can health and mental status affect grief?
Pre-existing mental health conditions can affect the grieving process.
## Footnote
Physical and mental health are intertwined with grief responses.
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What is the focus of palliative care?
Improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses.
## Footnote
Palliative care emphasizes comfort and holistic support.
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What is the role of nurses in an interdisciplinary team in palliative care?
* Work with physicians
* Collaborate with social workers
* Address spiritual needs with chaplains/clergy
* Support mental well-being with psychologists/counselors
* Assist in end-of-life decision-making with hospice care
## Footnote
Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for comprehensive care.
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How do nurses support families in palliative care?
* Educate on what to expect during the dying process
* Encourage participation in care
* Provide bereavement support and referrals for counseling
## Footnote
Family involvement is crucial for emotional support.
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What does ensuring holistic care in palliative nursing involve?
* Addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
* Advocating for patient wishes (e.g., advance directives, DNR orders)
* Promoting dignity and comfort at the end of life
## Footnote
Holistic care considers all aspects of a patient's well-being.
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What is the focus of Chapter 36 of Potter and Perry’s Fundamentals of Nursing?
The experiences of loss, death, and grief, emphasizing the nurse’s role in providing compassionate and effective care.
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What is the purpose of assessment in the context of loss, death, and grief?
To identify the patient’s and family’s experiences and responses to loss, death, or grief to provide individualized care.
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What are the types of loss?
1. Actual Loss: Recognized by others (e.g., death of a loved one).
2. Perceived Loss: Felt by the person but intangible to others (e.g., loss of independence).
3. Maturational Loss: Related to developmental changes (e.g., children leaving home).
4. Situational Loss: Resulting from unexpected events (e.g., accidents).
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What are the grief reactions?
1. Normal Grief: Common feelings like disbelief, yearning, anger, and depression.
2. Anticipatory Grief: Grief before an expected loss or death.
3. Complicated Grief: Prolonged or significantly difficult time moving forward after a loss.
4. Disenfranchised Grief: Grief not socially recognized (e.g., loss of an ex-spouse).
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What are the stages of grief according to Kubler-Ross?
1. Denial: Refusing to accept the reality of loss.
2. Anger: Frustration and anger about the loss.
3. Bargaining: Attempting to negotiate a way out of the loss.
4. Depression: Deep sadness about the loss.
5. Acceptance: Coming to terms with the loss.
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What are common nursing diagnoses related to loss, death, and grief?
1. Grieving: Normal response to a loss.
Indicators: Emotional distress, sorrow, and yearning.
2. Complicated Grieving: Prolonged or intensified grief leading to functional impairment.
Indicators: Persistent disbelief, inability to accept the loss, and emotional numbness.
3. Risk for Complicated Grieving: Potential for prolonged or intensified grief responses.
Indicators: Lack of support system, history of mental health issues, or multiple losses.
4. Death Anxiety: Fear related to impending death.
Indicators: Expressing fear of dying, panic attacks, or excessive worry.
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What are the goals and outcomes in the planning phase?
Develop individualized goals that address the patient’s and family’s needs.
## Footnote
Examples include: Patient will express feelings about the loss within a week; Family will participate in bereavement counseling sessions; Patient will identify at least two coping strategies to manage grief.
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What should be prioritized in the planning phase?
Address immediate emotional and psychological needs, ensure physical symptoms related to grief are managed, and facilitate open communication among family members.
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What are nursing interventions in the implementation phase?
1. Therapeutic Communication: Use open-ended questions to encourage expression of feelings.
2. Facilitating Grief Work: Encourage reminiscence and sharing of memories.
3. Providing Emotional Support: Offer reassurance and validate feelings.
4. Education: Inform about the normal grief process and coping mechanisms.
5. Referral to Support Services: Connect with bereavement support groups or counseling services.
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What should be evaluated in the evaluation phase?
1. Emotional Adjustment: Assess if the patient and family are expressing feelings and adapting to the loss.
2. Coping Strategies: Evaluate the effectiveness of coping mechanisms utilized.
3. Physical Health: Monitor for physical symptoms related to grief.
4. Revising the Care Plan: Modify interventions based on the patient’s and family’s responses and feedback.
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What theory of grief was proposed by Bowlby in 1980?
Attachment Theory
## Footnote
This theory emphasizes the importance of attachment in the grieving process.
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Who developed the Grief Tasks Model and when?
Worden, 2006
## Footnote
This model outlines specific tasks that individuals must work through to process grief.
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What is Rando's process model known for?
Rando's 'R' Process Model (1993 & 2014)
## Footnote
This model focuses on the processes involved in grief rather than stages.
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Which model introduced by Stroebe and Schut in 1999 addresses the balancing of grief and restoration?
Dual Process Model
## Footnote
This model suggests that individuals oscillate between grief and restoration activities.
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What are the five stages of dying according to Kübler-Ross?
* Denial
* Anger
* Bargaining
* Depression
* Acceptance
## Footnote
These stages may not occur in a fixed order and can vary in duration.
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True or False: The stages of grief proposed by Kübler-Ross always occur in sequence.
False
## Footnote
Individuals may experience stages in different orders or revisit stages multiple times.
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Fill in the blank: The model that emphasizes the importance of attachment in grief is called _______.
[Attachment Theory]
## Footnote
Developed by Bowlby in 1980.
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Who is associated with the concept of grief tasks in 2006?
Worden
## Footnote
His model outlines specific tasks to facilitate the grieving process.
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What is the primary focus of the Dual Process Model?
Balancing grief and restoration
## Footnote
Introduced by Stroebe and Schut in 1999.
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What does Rando's 'R' Process Model emphasize?
Processes involved in grief
## Footnote
Focuses on how individuals navigate grief rather than fixed stages.
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What are the physical changes associated with impending death?
Changes include:
* Coolness temperature and color changes in the extremities
* Increased sleeping and/or unresponsive
* Bowel or bladder incontinence
* Decreased urine output, often dark-colored
* Restlessness and/or disorientation
* Inability to swallow
* Increased pulmonary secretions (death rattle)
* Altered breathing patterns (apnea, labored, or irregular, Cheyne-Stokes Pattern)
* Decreased muscle tone, sagging mouth
## Footnote
Adapted from Adams J et al: Emergency medicine, Philadelphia, 2009, Saunders.
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What does mottling refer to in the context of impending death?
Mottling refers to temperature and color changes in the extremities.
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What is a common change in the level of consciousness as death approaches?
Increased sleeping and/or unresponsive.
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What happens to bowel or bladder function as death approaches?
Bowel or bladder incontinence may occur.
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How does urine output change as death approaches?
Decreased urine output, often dark-colored due to a decrease in intake.
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What behavior changes might indicate impending death?
Restlessness and/or disorientation.
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What is a significant swallowing change that occurs with impending death?
Inability to swallow.
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What is the 'death rattle'?
Increased pulmonary secretions.
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What are the altered breathing patterns that may occur?
Patterns may include apnea, labored, irregular, or Cheyne-Stokes Pattern.
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What physical change occurs in muscle tone as death approaches?
Decreased muscle tone, leading to a sagging mouth.
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What are complementary therapies?
Used alongside conventional medicine.
## Footnote
Examples include meditation, yoga, and massage therapy.
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What are alternative therapies?
Used instead of conventional medicine.
## Footnote
Examples include homeopathy and naturopathy.
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Define integrative health.
A holistic approach combining conventional and complementary therapies.
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What aspects of well-being do complementary and alternative therapies address?
Physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
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Why is patient-centered care important in nursing?
It prioritizes the individual needs and preferences of the patient.
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Name one historical practice of CAM.
Traditional medicine (e.g., Ayurveda, Chinese medicine).
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How do cultural influences affect health beliefs?
Different cultures prioritize different therapies (e.g., acupuncture in Asian cultures).
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List one category of complementary and alternative therapies.
Mind-Body Interventions.
## Footnote
Other categories include Biologically Based Practices, Manipulative and Body-Based Methods, Energy Therapies, and Whole Medical Systems.
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Give an example of a mind-body intervention.
Meditation.
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What is a biologically based practice?
Includes herbal medicine, dietary supplements, probiotics, and nutritional therapies.
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What is an example of manipulative and body-based methods?
Chiropractic care.
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What are energy therapies?
Reiki, therapeutic touch, and acupuncture.
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What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
A whole medical system that includes various practices and philosophies.
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What key elements should be assessed in the nursing process regarding CAM?
Patient history, medical conditions, allergies, cultural beliefs, and physical/psychological assessment.
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What is a nursing diagnosis related to CAM use?
Chronic Pain related to musculoskeletal disorders.
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What should patient-centered goals include when planning CAM therapy?
Reduce pain and stress, enhance knowledge about benefits and risks, integrate CAM safely.
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What is a key component of implementation in CAM therapies?
Patient Education.
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What should be monitored during CAM therapy?
Side effects and interactions between herbal supplements and prescription medications.
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What is an important part of evaluating CAM therapy outcomes?
Assessing if therapy improved symptoms and ensuring patient adherence.
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True or False: Herbal supplements can interact with medications.
True.
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What are potential risks of CAM therapies?
Interactions with medications and lack of scientific evidence.
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What is the nurse's role in promoting safe CAM use?
Educating patients on risks and benefits.
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What is a case study example of CAM use?
A nurse leading a guided imagery session for a post-operative patient.
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What is the conclusion regarding the importance of CAM in nursing?
Emphasizing holistic, patient-centered care.
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What are Complementary Therapies?
Used alongside conventional medicine to enhance treatment.
## Footnote
Example: A patient undergoing chemotherapy also practices acupuncture to manage nausea.
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What are Alternative Therapies?
Used instead of conventional medical treatments.
## Footnote
Example: A patient chooses homeopathy instead of prescribed medications for chronic pain.
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What is the key difference between Complementary and Alternative Therapies?
Complementary therapies support medical treatment, while alternative therapies replace it.
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What is Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)?
Tensing and relaxing muscle groups systematically.
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What are Deep Breathing Exercises?
Slow, controlled breaths to reduce stress.
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What is Guided Imagery?
Visualization techniques to promote calmness.
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What is Mindfulness Meditation?
Focused awareness on the present moment.
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What are some clinical applications of relaxation therapies?
Stress reduction, pain management, lowering blood pressure, improving sleep.
## Footnote
Examples include anxiety, PTSD, post-surgical recovery, chronic pain, and insomnia.
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What are physiological signs of a relaxed patient state?
* Decreased heart rate & blood pressure
* Relaxed muscle tone
* Slower, deeper breathing
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What are psychological signs of a relaxed patient state?
* Reduced anxiety and tension
* Improved mood and concentration
* Feeling of peace and well-being
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What are the principles of Guided Imagery?
Uses mental visualization to promote relaxation and healing.
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What are the effectiveness outcomes of Guided Imagery?
* Reduces pain, anxiety, and stress
* Enhances immune function and healing
* Helps in chronic conditions like cancer and hypertension
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What are the principles of Meditation?
Focused attention to achieve a state of mental clarity and relaxation.
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What are the types of Meditation?
* Mindfulness meditation (present-moment awareness)
* Transcendental meditation (mantra repetition)
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What are the effectiveness outcomes of Meditation?
* Reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels
* Enhances emotional regulation and cognitive function
* Lowers blood pressure and improves heart health
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What are the principles of Breathwork?
Conscious control of breathing patterns to influence physiological and emotional states.
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What are the effectiveness outcomes of Breathwork?
* Slows heart rate and reduces blood pressure
* Improves oxygenation and lung function
* Helps manage anxiety, pain, and sleep disorders
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How can integrating these practices into nursing care benefit patients?
Patients can experience improved mental and physical well-being.
