In What Ways Can A Nurse Promote Spirituality In Older Adults

Summary Spirituality and aging are two concepts that go hand in hand for most patients. As we get older, our spirituality increases. This is true because as an adult ages, they tend to look for the deeper meaning and purpose of life. It is a unique part of aging that is hard to put into exact words due to the fact that it cannot be measured like a pathology or aging process. As an older adult approaches death, it is normal for them to be reflecting back on what their lives truly meant. Spirituality also helps patients to cope with situations, death, and can become a source of hope to them. It is important for a nurse to understand that religion is a part of spirituality, but spirituality can exist independently of religion. Spirituality is broader than religion and it is necessary for a nurse to be able to distinguish between the two. Finding ways to promote spirituality in an aging adult can be quite beneficial to the patient.
Questions
1. What ways can a nurse promote spirituality in the lives of older adults?
2. What is the meaning of life according to non-religious older adults?
3. How can religion be promoted within a
As we get older, we tend to do more reflections back on our lives. This means that we begin to look for patterns and meaning behind what our lives truly meant. As Christians, we know that the meaning of our lives is to glorify our Creator and to show others His love and truth. Other religions believe in different meanings for life, but most religions will agree that there is indeed more to life than what we see while living. As Christian nurses, it is important to do whatever we can to promote spirituality in our patients if that is what they want. One easy way of doing this is to be constantly in prayer for our patients as they go through the aging process. Caring for the spiritual lives of my patients is a vital part of shalom, as well as caring for them physically and