[The influence of religious belief on patient motivation for self-care]

This is a case study on the influence of religious beliefs interfering in the clients health actions in an outpatient unit. The initial approach of the client was made by a nursing consultations using self-care framework. The continuity of intervention was performed by home visit and follow-up consultation. The development of the interaction revealed that the holy occupies important place in the clients' decision in relation to her health.