Like many nurses, perhaps you’re uncomfortable with the notion of providing spiritual care. You might feel like the intensive-care nurse who said, “When a patient brings up a spiritual need, the only thing I know to do is call the chaplain. I worry that I’ll say the wrong thing.” Show Respond to spiritual needs as they arise Nine simple spiritual interventions 1 Be there 2 Listen actively 3 Use touch 4 Reflect and remember 6 Share the experience 7 Pray or encourage the patient to pray 8 Use inspirational words and music 9 Evaluate spiritual needs What not to do Spiritual care promotes quality of life Selected references Carole R. Eldridge, DNP, RN, CNAA, BC, is Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for the master’s program in nursing leadership at the University of Texas Medical Branch—School of Nursing in Galveston. What questions should be asked in a spiritual assessment?What are your sources of hope, strength, comfort and peace? What do you hold on to during difficult times? What sustains you and keeps you going? For some people, their religious or spiritual beliefs act as a source of comfort and strength in dealing with life's ups and downs; is this true for you?
What questions will you ask to assess your client's spiritual beliefs and needs?Religious/Spiritual Needs
“Are there special rites/blessings for the sick?” “Are there any spiritual leaders/ healers that you will find helpful?” “Are there dietary prescriptions or restrictions that you follow?” Questions you can ask to understand your patient's/client's/resident's beliefs, values and needs...
What should the nurse include when assessing a patient's spirituality quizlet?If the nurse wants to assess the spiritual strength of the patient, the nurse will ask whether the patient prays or not. This will help the nurse determine if the patient is spiritual and has religious beliefs.
What is spiritual assessment in nursing?A formal spiritual assessment involves asking specific questions during a medical interview to determine whether spiritual factors may play a role in the patient's illness or recovery and whether these factors affect the medical treatment plan.
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