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what is someone's spirituality - (Answer)how a patient perceives their purpose in life; how does
their illness impact their life decisions (DNR, hospice)
what does an increased spirituality lead to - (Answer)increased quality of life, increased survival,
decreased depression
what is spiritual well-being - (Answer)confidence in belief
what is faith - (Answer)trust and belief in something but with no scientific evidence if will work
What is religion? - (Answer)community that share the same beliefs; may have behaviors tied to
their religion
what are some factors that can influence spirituality - (Answer)acute illness- rely more on
spirituality than meds in third world countries
chronic illness- better outcome with greater spirituality
terminal illness- the greater spirituality we are more likely to accept
,near death experience- can influence how we feel about spirituality; strengthen it or cause us to
rethink
What is parish nursing? - (Answer)heath advisor for a religious community that supports their
needs
what happens to our spirituality as we age - (Answer)we gain our own beliefs the older we get,
older adults have a better acceptance of love and just for all
what are some assessment tips for assessing spirituality - (Answer)ask if they have a support
system, food restriction due to religion, would they like to see a chaplain, ask about their
vocation and faith, can we assist with any faith practices, actively listen for their concerns
what are some spirituality diagnoses - (Answer)anxiety, spiritual distress, hopelessness
what are some intervention for spirituality - (Answer)set priorities, caring touch, read a bible
verse
-high priority could be making sure a baby gets baptized if they are facing near death situation
, how we you evaluate a patient's spirituality - (Answer)review their purpose of life (not good for
children as they may not even know what they're purpose is), involve family and friends
why do some people avoid talking about death - (Answer)they don't want to accept that it will
eventually happen to them or their loved ones
What is the Patient Self-Determination Act? - (Answer)requires hospitals to see if patient has
advanced directives and to adhere to the wishes of the patient
what are some examples of loss - (Answer)death, job, divorce, pet, body function, confidence,
self-esteem
what is maturation loss - (Answer)anticipated loss like children leaving for school or moving out
of the house
what is situational loss - (Answer)unanticipated loss from like a natural disaster, flood causing
house or loss or drowning, could also be loss of cognitive function like dementia or a TBI
what is actual loss - (Answer)loss that is recognized by others, usually a person or animal