Spiritual Health Flashcards
religion ≠
spiritually
Why is spirituality in healthcare important?
Coping, Beliefs, Decisions
Teachable moments
Find meaning in the midst of suffering
Compassion =
“to suffer with” Com (with) passion (suffering)
Holistic Care
Caring for the whole person
Spirituality
unique to each person, depends on culture, life experiences, beliefs and ideas about life
Faith
relationship with a higher power; incorporates reasoning and trusting.
Religion
outward expressions of spirituality
Hope
a determination to endure; comfort in times of threats and challenges; something to live for
Acute Illness
sudden, unexpected threat
Chronic Illness
debilitating symptoms
Terminal Illness
fear of pain, isolation, death
Near-Death Experience
recovered from clinical death; afraid to talk about experience
Spiritual Assessment
JAREL spiritual well-being scale; Culture (heritage, values, beliefs); Fellowship and community (relationships); Vocation (routines, work, play, etc.); Ritual and practice (participation; activities); Client expectations (Ask what is most important to the patient - “what do you hope we will be able to do for you?”)
Nursing Diagnosis
Spiritual distress; Fear; Hopelessness; Ineffective coping; Anxiety; Dysfunctional grieving
Goals and Outcomes
realistic, set with client
Setting Priorities
relieve symptoms
Continuity of Care
involve support network
Planning
goals and outcomes, setting priorities, continuity of care
Number 1. Implementation
Establishing presence
Implementations
Establishing presence Supporting a healing relationship; Support systems; Diet therapies; Supporting rituals; Prayer; Meditation; Supporting grief work
Evaluation of Client Care
Sense of connectedness ; Sense of purpose; Trust in a higher power
Evaluation of Client Expectations
Is trust & confidence portrayed? Are spiritual needs openly expressed?