Spirituality in Nursing Flashcards
Define spirituality*
The centre of all aspects of a person’s life, whatever gives that person ultimate meaning, and is a highly subjective, complex, and ineffable concept
Define religion*
An organized system of beliefs regarding the cause, purpose, and nature of the universe that is shared by a group of people, and the practices, behaviours, worship, and ritual associated with that system
Define spiritual health*
A connectedness with self, others, and the sacred that transcends and empowers the self
What three aspects does spirituality have documented influence on?*
- Patient suffering
- Patient coping
- Promoting healing
Why do nurses often not discuss/address spirituality?*
Healthcare culture often focuses on science and technology, which discourages interaction with patients on the spiritual level. It may also be seen as intrusive, irrelevant, or beyond their expertise
How can a nurse understand and serve the spiritual needs of their patient?*
Ask questions to determine and understand their beliefs, values, and practices. Find out what the patient expects from you. If you are incompetent to provide spiritual care, refer to others that may be better suited
What are 8 ways a nurse can provide spiritual care?*
- Be fully present; slow down
- Therapeutic use of self
- Be silent
- Offer prayer
- Recognize and support moments of connection
- Mobilize resources
- Wishes and dreams
- Find meaning or make meaning
What are the 5 sections of the TRUST model?*
- Traditions
- Reconciliation
- Understanding
- Searching
- Teachers
Define the traditions of TRUST assessment*
Spiritual and/or religious practices, individually or in community, current and past
Define the reconciliations of TRUST assessment*
Unresolved issues and exploration of how/if these might be reconciled
Define the understandings of TRUST assessment*
Personal beliefs and how they influence well-being positively and/or negatively
Define the searching of TRUST assessment*
Existential and/or faith questions prompted by current challenges
Define the teachers of TRUST assessment*
Spiritual/religious mentors and internal/external resources the individual trusts to help sort through relevant issues
List the FICA model and what it promotes*
Faith and belief, Importance, Community, and Address in Care
Used to take spiritual history from patients
