Spiritual/Pastoral Care (Wk. 6) [Presenter]

Question 1

What is described as a “unified system of beliefs, rituals, and practices”?

Answer 1

religion

Question 2

What is described as “one’s personal, conscious journey”?

Answer 2

spirituality

Question 3

What do chaplains do?

Answer 3

• offer spiritual care to patients, families, and staff
• respond to each person’s unique values and beliefs
• care for persons of every faith background including those who do not have a particular faith
• help people sort through issues of meaning and value as they face crises or transitions
• offer non anxious and non judgmental presence

Question 4

When would you usually call a chaplain?

Answer 4

when it is beneficial for a patient to talk to someone about emotional, spiritual or religious concerns
* new diagnosis
* change in goals of care
* end of life
* patient/family expresses emotional/spiritual distress
* celebrate good news