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Spiritual care in nursing: a concept analysis
M Ramezani1, F Ahmadi, E Mohammadi
1Department of Nursing, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
International Nursing Review
|April 10, 2014
Summary
Spiritual care in nursing is complex, often misunderstood as solely religious. This study defines its attributes, emphasizing holistic patient well-being and nurse awareness of life's transcendent dimensions.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Holistic Care
- Spiritual Care
Background:
- Spiritual care is vital for holistic nursing but lacks clear definition and consistent delivery.
- Nurses often mistakenly equate spirituality with religion, hindering comprehensive care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the concept of spiritual care in nursing.
- To clarify the meaning and delivery of spiritual care within the nursing profession.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Walker and Avant's eight-step concept analysis.
- Analyzed 151 articles and 7 books published between 1950-2012 in English or Persian.
Main Results:
- Key attributes include healing presence, therapeutic use of self, and patient-centeredness.
- Spiritual care is a subjective, dynamic concept integrating other care aspects, fostering patient healing and nurse spiritual awareness.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive definition aids nurses, educators, and managers in developing evidence-based policies and training.
- Findings clarify spiritual care, advancing nursing knowledge and practice while correcting misconceptions.
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