Spirituality in Nursing

Question 1

What is Spirituality

Answer 1

-A lifelong journey
-Journey through life, quest to find who you are
-Different for all

Question 2

What is Religion

Answer 2

-The “MAP”
-Defines beliefs, values, and code of conduct
-Helps provide structure and direction

Question 3

Barriers to spiritual interventions

Answer 3

-Assumptions/bias
-Lack of knowledge
-Beliefs may not aline
-Different reactions
-Overwhelming
-Lack of awareness on own belief system

Question 4

Describe Various Spiritual Interventions

Answer 4

-Be present
-Explore meaning
-Reminiscence therapy
-Spiritual support
-Prayer
-Hope inspiration
Forgivness facilitation

Question 5

Need for nurses to nurture in their own spirits

Answer 5

-Influence their ability to function in a healing role with another
-Ethical obligation to provide spiritual care
-Key to integrate spiritual care into your clinical practice

Question 6

Rest, Leisure, Play, and Spirituality

Answer 6

-Help build resilience
-Set time to reflect/rest
-Enhances growth, renewal, and creativity
-integral aspects of holistic living/holistic care

Question 7

Collaborative Care in Spirituality

Answer 7

-Don’t be afraid to ask for help
-Ask ?’s
-Hospice Chaplains
-Religious leaders/contacts
-Work with families
-Work with a dietitian for dietary constrictions

Question 8

Spiritual Issues Discussed

Answer 8

-Mystery -Forgivness
-Love -Suffering
-Hope -Peace/peacemaking
-Grace -Prayer