Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Lazarus's Cognitive Appraisal Theory01:20

Lazarus's Cognitive Appraisal Theory

844
Cognitive psychologist Richard Lazarus proposed the cognitive-mediational theory of emotions, which emphasizes how individuals' assessments of stressors significantly affect their experience of stress. According to Lazarus, the stress response is determined by a two-step appraisal process: primary appraisal and secondary appraisal. These cognitive appraisals help individuals evaluate the potential impact of a stressor and determine the adequacy of their coping resources.
Primary Appraisal:...
844
Social Exchange Theory01:26

Social Exchange Theory

101
As formulated by John Thibaut and Harold Kelley, Social Exchange Theory explains human relationships as economic-like exchanges that maximize rewards and minimize costs. This theory suggests that individuals engage in relationships to gain benefits and reduce burdens, similar to economic transactions. It has been widely applied to various types of relationships, including romantic, professional, and social interactions.Rewards and Costs in RelationshipsRelationship rewards include emotional...
101
Need for Self-Esteem01:27

Need for Self-Esteem

71
The human need for self-esteem has long intrigued psychologists, leading to the development of several theories that explore its evolutionary and functional significance. Among the most influential are the sociometer, hierometer, and terror management theories. Each offers a unique perspective on why people strive for self-worth and how it shapes behavior and social interaction.Sociometer TheoryAccording to sociometer theory, self-esteem functions as an internal gauge of social acceptance. It...
71
Assessment of apical pulse01:17

Assessment of apical pulse

1.5K
Assessing the Apical Pulse
Assessing the apical pulse is a critical nursing procedure, particularly indicated for:
1.5K
General State of Stress01:21

General State of Stress

387
The general state of stress within a material can be accurately depicted using a stress tensor. This tensor encapsulates the internal forces distributed within a material subjected to external forces or deformations.
Specifically, consider a tetrahedral element where one face, labeled XYZ, is perpendicular to the line OA, and the remaining faces align with the coordinate axes with point O as the origin. At any point, such as point O, the stress tensor can be used to determine the stress...
387
Sources of Self-Esteem III: Social Comparison01:27

Sources of Self-Esteem III: Social Comparison

83
Social comparison plays a fundamental role in the evaluation of personal success and self-worth. Rather than assessing our achievements in isolation, we interpret their significance relative to personal goals and critically in comparison to the performance of others. A grade of B in a mathematics exam might elicit pride if one's expectation was a C, yet result in disappointment if an A was anticipated or if peers achieved superior results. These comparative evaluations illustrate how both...
83

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Auricular Acupuncture for Symptom Management in Inpatient Palliative Care.

Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association·2026
Same author

The Use of TRAUMAGEL<sup>®</sup> for Hemorrhage Control in a Complex Head Laceration: A Case Report.

Open access emergency medicine : OAEM·2025
Same author

Top Ten Tips Palliative Care Clinicians Should Know About Total Pain.

Journal of palliative medicine·2025
Same author

Palliative Care Needs of Women With Advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Mixed Methods Study.

Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association·2024
Same author

Dyspnea and Palliative Care in Advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Rapid Review.

Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association·2024
Same author

American Society for Pain Management Nursing and Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Position Statement: Pain Management at the End of Life.

Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Nov 5, 2025

Enactive Phenomenological Approach to the Trier Social Stress Test: A Mixed Methods Point of View
05:26

Enactive Phenomenological Approach to the Trier Social Stress Test: A Mixed Methods Point of View

Published on: January 7, 2019

6.9K

The CASH assessment tool: A window into existential suffering.

Elizabeth Higgins1, Hannah L Coyne1, Catherine K Mahrer Rogers1

  • 1Internal Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA.

Journal of Health Care Chaplaincy
|May 20, 2021
PubMed
Summary

The CASH Assessment Tool effectively identifies spiritual and existential concerns in serious illness patients. This palliative care QI project highlights patient needs for personalized care and open discussions about life

Keywords:
Chaplainend of lifeexistentialpalliativesuffering

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Quantifying Pain Experience &#8211; An Illustrative Approach Using the Pain Body Diagram
09:00

Author Spotlight: Quantifying Pain Experience – An Illustrative Approach Using the Pain Body Diagram

Published on: July 7, 2023

4.0K
Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
08:25

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Published on: December 6, 2024

623

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Nov 5, 2025

Enactive Phenomenological Approach to the Trier Social Stress Test: A Mixed Methods Point of View
05:26

Enactive Phenomenological Approach to the Trier Social Stress Test: A Mixed Methods Point of View

Published on: January 7, 2019

6.9K
Author Spotlight: Quantifying Pain Experience &#8211; An Illustrative Approach Using the Pain Body Diagram
09:00

Author Spotlight: Quantifying Pain Experience – An Illustrative Approach Using the Pain Body Diagram

Published on: July 7, 2023

4.0K
Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
08:25

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Published on: December 6, 2024

623

Area of Science:

  • Palliative Care
  • Spiritual Health
  • Patient-Centered Medicine

Background:

  • Spiritual beliefs are integral to managing serious illness.
  • Patients desire healthcare professionals to address their spiritual and existential needs.
  • The Chaplaincy Assessment for Spiritual Health (CASH) tool addresses spiritual concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore themes from the CASH assessment in patients with serious illnesses.
  • To evaluate the CASH tool's utility in a palliative care setting.
  • To understand patient concerns and hopes in serious illness.

Main Methods:

  • A quality improvement (QI) project was conducted.
  • A palliative care team utilized the CASH Assessment Tool.
  • Thirty patients with serious illnesses participated in the pilot study.

Main Results:

  • Key themes identified: knowing the patient, concern for loved ones, pain management, and fear of death.
  • The CASH tool successfully elicited patients' existential concerns.
  • The tool facilitated discussions regarding patient concerns and hopes.

Conclusions:

  • The CASH Assessment Tool is effective in identifying spiritual and existential needs of patients with serious illnesses.
  • It serves as a valuable framework for palliative care teams to discuss patient concerns.
  • Addressing spiritual needs is crucial for comprehensive patient care.