Introduction of Spiritual Nursing Flashcards
Spirituality is from the Latin term “spiritus”, which means
BREATH
A search for what is sacred in life, one’s deepest values, along with a relationship with God, or a higher power, that transcends the self.
Spirituality
Organizes the spiritual experiences of a group of
people into a system of beliefs and practices.
Religion
As a set of beliefs, rituals and practices, usually embodied within an
institution or an organization.
Religion
Community focused
Religion
Observable, measurable, objective
Religion
Formal, orthodox organized
Religion
Behavior-oriented, outward practices
Religion
“Good/evil” doctrine
Religion
Authority-directed
Religion
Religious practices such as prayer, reading the Quran/Bible/Torah
Religion
Individualistic focused
Spirituality
Less visible, measurable, subjective
Spirituality
Less formal, unorthodox
Spirituality
Emotionally-oriented, inward directed
Spirituality
Non-doctrine oriented
Spirituality
Self-directed
Spirituality
Spiritual practices such as meditating, listening to music, and hiking
Spirituality
The three main divisions of Christianity
- Roman Catholic
- Eastern Orthodoc
- Protestant Faith
Largest religion in the world
Christianity
In birth infants must be baptized soon after birth
Christianity
Death is viewed as a transition to a life with God
Christianity
Believe in eternal life
Christianity
Sacrament of the sick: administered by the priest to patients who are ill and conscious; may also be performed after death
Christianity
Birth control: natural family planning is the only acceptable method of birth control.
Christianity
donation and transplants are acceptable
Christianity
Sterilization is forbidden unless for medical reasons
Christianity
Believe that it is against God’s will to receive blood and, therefore, they refuse blood transfusions, often even if it is their own blood.
Jehovah’s Witnesses
They do not eat “dinuguan” (animal blood) or food mixed with blood because accordingly, the Lord God prohibited His servants to do so.
Members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo
Also bans going to the movies and drinking alcoholic beverages, and women are prohibited from wearing make-up, wearing pants and tight shirts, and cutting their hair.
Members Church of God International (MCGI) /Dating Daan
Refrain from eating pork because God has revealed that it is not good for food. They are distinguished by its observance of Saturday, the seventh day of the week in Christian and Jewish calendars, as the Sabbath
Seventh-day Adventist
2nd largest religion in the world
Islam
Believes only on one God, Allah
Islam
Emphasizes equality of the races and social classes and attempts to promote brotherhood for all
Islam
Only eats Halal foods (no animal fats, pork, by products of pork and any animals that have not been slaughtered according to Islamic custom.
Islam
Behaviour and acts of individual or family are greatly influenced by the spouse, children and relatives. They are often consulted in all important decisions.
Islam
Taking care of one’s health is a religious duty
Islam
Spiritual needs may take precedence over physical needs.
Islam
believe illness, suffering, pain and dying as a test from God and perceives illness as a trial by which one’s sins are removed.
Islam or Muslim patients
Medications that contain alcohol, gelatin and pork-based are forbidden. May recommend gelatin-free alternatives. If none is available, the drug may be used but this should be explained to the patient to help them make correct decisions.
Islam
Medications that are allowed during ramadan
-Eye drops
-Ear drops
-Dental Care
-Inhalers
-Nebulizer treatment
-Nasal Spray
-Immunization
- Insulin injection
Medications that are not allowed during ramadan
-IV fluids
-Donating Blood
- Oral Medications
Is not acceptable due to loss of family name
Adoption
Female circumcision is prohibited
Circumcision in Islam
Requires male circumcision before leaving the hospital
Circumcision in Islam
Left hand is considered unclean so use right hand for medication administration, assisting with feeding or handing objects to patients
Hand use in Islam
Cremation is forbidden. Organ donation is not permitted
Islam
Contraception is permitted. Abortion is prohibited
Islam
Privacy must be provided for prayer.
Islam
The Koran should not be touched by anyone ritually unclean, and nothing must be placed on top of it.
Islam
Many are vegetarians because most believe that eating meat involves harming a living creature
Hinduism
Illness or disease is seen as the result of the misuse of the body or a consequence of sin committed in a previous life
Hinduism
Are strict vegetarians
Hinduism
They believe in non-violence which extends to animals
Hinduism
Cows are considered sacred and pigs are considered “unclean”
Hinduism
They do not eat from plates or utensils that have previously been used to serve meat
Hinduism
When it comes to decision making, elder family members have a strong influence on decision-making related to health
Hinduism
What type of medicine does Hinduism mostly use?
Ayurvedic Medicines
World’s oldest holistic (whole body) healing
Ayurvedic Medicines
It’s based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Its main goal is to promote good health, not fight disease.
Ayurvedic Medicines
Is considered the authority on health and healing matters
Eldest woman in Hinduism
Ayurvedic medicine follows the principles of
“Hot” and “Cold”
The purpose of Ayurvedic medicine to follow the principle of “Hot and “Cold”
To balance the diet as needed for the season and the disease state
Patients may request _________of water be made available when they use bedpans and toilets to assist with washing
Beaker of Water in Hinduism
They prefer to shower after defecation
Older Hindus
Oray hygiene in Hindus is usually done
Immediately after waking up
They do not believe in healing through faith
Buddhism
They believe spiritual peace and liberation from anxiety through following Buddha’s teachings are important in promoting health and recovery
Buddhism
Believe that illness or disease is due to an imbalance in yin and yang
Buddhism
These are those that generate cold or cool energy in the body, such as watermelon, bitter gourd, crab, and most green vegetables.
Yin foods
Foods such as red meat, ginger, pepper, and garlic, generate warm or hot energy.
Yang foods
The body should not be moved for at least 72hours
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)
Believes in rebirth/reincarnation
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)
No prohibitions on healthcare practices
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)
Believes in Karma (Cause & Effect)
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)
Believes that death is their fate
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)
Contraception is allowed but no condoms and other natural method
Buddhism (Post Mortem Care)