Spirituality in Palliative Care
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What is spirituality and why
What is spirituality and why is it important? Do you know what spirituality means? Does it apply to everyone? How is spirituality important in palliative care? Have all these questions answered by watching this video!
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Recap:
What is Spirituality?
Spirituality means different things to different people. It is the recognition that there is something greater than one’s self, and it is more than religion. It is the seeking of meaning and purpose in things that we value.
Spiritual needs
A person’s spiritual needs may change when they are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. They may seek to reconcile relationships, address unresolved matters, and contemplate the meaning of life. Some may find religion increasingly significant, while others prioritize connections with loved ones or leave a lasting legacy.
Spiritual distress in palliative care
When palliative patients experience spiritual pain or distress, the realization that life is finite may lead them to:
- Question the meaning of life and suffering
- Feel a sense of disconnection or abandonment
- Project their anger at God or higher powers
- Feel despair and helplessness
- Be afraid to sleep at night for fear that they may not wake up
How can a healthcare worker provide spiritual care to the patients?
- Being present and providing a listening ear to know and understand what is important to them
- Refer to professional help and introduce other forms of therapy like music or art
- May sometimes be treated with medications
Providing spiritual care is important as it enables palliative care patients to deepen their experiences of hope and love, making the last lap of their journey meaningful and fulfilled.
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Animation transcript:
https://bit.ly/PF2Spirituality
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References
1. Reed P. Spirituality and well-being in terminally ill hospitalised adults. Research in Nursing and Health. 1987; 10, 335–344.
2. Steinhauser, KE, et al.‘‘Are you at peace?“: one item to probe spiritual concerns at the end of life. Arch Intern Med 2006; 166:101-105.
3. Okon TR. Spiritual, religious, and existential aspects of palliative care. J Palliat Med. 2005;8(2):392-414.
4. Puchalski CM. Spirituality and the care of patients at the end-of-life: an essential component of care. Omega (Westport) 2007-2008;56(1):33-46.
5. Chochinov, HM, et al. Dignity therapy: a novel psychotherapeutic intervention for patients near the end of life. J ClinOncol 2005; 23:5520-5525.
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Content experts: Dr Pijush
Video producer: Perry Lee
Voiceover: Henry Kong
Illustrator: Perry Lee
Animator & editor: Perry Lee
Thumbnail artist: Vivienne
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All rights are reserved to GeriCare and there should not be any reproduction, publication, or adaptation of any part of the video content without prior approval from GeriCare.
#GCPowerFacts #GCTrainingHub --- GeriCare PowerFacts is a series of free bite-sized and engaging educational videos, covering topics across Geriatric Care and Palliative Care. For more information, visit our website at https://www.gericarenorth.com/powerfacts
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Recap:
What is Spirituality?
Spirituality means different things to different people. It is the recognition that there is something greater than one’s self, and it is more than religion. It is the seeking of meaning and purpose in things that we value.
Spiritual needs
A person’s spiritual needs may change when they are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. They may seek to reconcile relationships, address unresolved matters, and contemplate the meaning of life. Some may find religion increasingly significant, while others prioritize connections with loved ones or leave a lasting legacy.
Spiritual distress in palliative care
When palliative patients experience spiritual pain or distress, the realization that life is finite may lead them to:
- Question the meaning of life and suffering
- Feel a sense of disconnection or abandonment
- Project their anger at God or higher powers
- Feel despair and helplessness
- Be afraid to sleep at night for fear that they may not wake up
How can a healthcare worker provide spiritual care to the patients?
- Being present and providing a listening ear to know and understand what is important to them
- Refer to professional help and introduce other forms of therapy like music or art
- May sometimes be treated with medications
Providing spiritual care is important as it enables palliative care patients to deepen their experiences of hope and love, making the last lap of their journey meaningful and fulfilled.
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Animation transcript:
https://bit.ly/PF2Spirituality
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References
1. Reed P. Spirituality and well-being in terminally ill hospitalised adults. Research in Nursing and Health. 1987; 10, 335–344.
2. Steinhauser, KE, et al.‘‘Are you at peace?“: one item to probe spiritual concerns at the end of life. Arch Intern Med 2006; 166:101-105.
3. Okon TR. Spiritual, religious, and existential aspects of palliative care. J Palliat Med. 2005;8(2):392-414.
4. Puchalski CM. Spirituality and the care of patients at the end-of-life: an essential component of care. Omega (Westport) 2007-2008;56(1):33-46.
5. Chochinov, HM, et al. Dignity therapy: a novel psychotherapeutic intervention for patients near the end of life. J ClinOncol 2005; 23:5520-5525.
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Content experts: Dr Pijush
Video producer: Perry Lee
Voiceover: Henry Kong
Illustrator: Perry Lee
Animator & editor: Perry Lee
Thumbnail artist: Vivienne
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All rights are reserved to GeriCare and there should not be any reproduction, publication, or adaptation of any part of the video content without prior approval from GeriCare.
#GCPowerFacts #GCTrainingHub --- GeriCare PowerFacts is a series of free bite-sized and engaging educational videos, covering topics across Geriatric Care and Palliative Care. For more information, visit our website at https://www.gericarenorth.com/powerfacts
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