Nursing and spirituality: A discussion paper on intertwining metaparadigms

Domingo-Oslé, Marta; Domingo, Rafael

doi:10.1111/jonm.13076

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“…The four variables grouped by the third factor would seem to confirm the idea already found in the literature that spirituality is not a concept associated only with religion but also a universal concept, able to unify people, therefore also atheists and agnostics (Domingo-Osle & Domingo, 2020;McSherry et al, 2002;Mcsherry & Jamieson, 2011).…”

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Validation of the Italian version of the spirituality and spiritual care rating scale (SSCRS‐ita)

Parozzi¹,

Terzoni²,

Ferrara³

et al. 2022

Int J of Nursing Knowl

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Purpose: To translate and validate the Italian version of the Spirituality and Spiritual Care Rating Scale (SSCRS-ita). Methods: A single-center cross-sectional study was performed from October 15 to November 15, 2019 in a public hospital in Milan, Italy. The scale was drafted using the back-translation method. Prior to administration, the Italian version of the scale was assessed for content validity and retest stability by calculating the content validity index. Internal consistency was investigated by calculating Cronbach's alpha coefficient, test-retest stability by Spearman's rho coefficient. Findings: A total n = 337 nurses participated in the survey by correctly completing the scale. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin test (0.81) and Bartlett's test of sphericity (p < 0.001) confirmed the adequacy of the sample to conduct exploratory factor analysis (EFA). The factorial model of EFA without rotation and then with nonorthogonal Promax rotation confirmed the presence of the four constructs identified by the original author.Conclusions: SSCRS-ita showed promising psychometric properties in terms of validity and reliability. The results of this study, together with the lack of in-depth studies in the Italian health and educational panorama, suggest the need to develop an educational pathway which, starting from the curricula of basic training and continuing with the updating of nursing staff, is dedicated to the detection of the spiritual needs of the patient. Implications for nursing practice:The SSCRS-ita is the first validated Italian tool concerning the consideration of the needs of spirituality and spiritual care in healthcare contexts; the possibility to use this tool is the first step towards a better integration of the mentioned dimensions of care in a nursing care qualitative perspective in Italy.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 84%

Validation of the Italian version of the spirituality and spiritual care rating scale (SSCRS‐ita)

Parozzi¹,

Terzoni²,

Ferrara³

et al. 2022

Int J of Nursing Knowl

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“…Bringing spiritual care into practice is challenging, but it is a critical dimension for some individuals with mental health problems and families and should be considered in nursing practice, thorough models of care that could be implemented, tested and improved at a point to keep cultural and religious sensitivity. Specifically, regarding nursing science, nursing theorists have raised the importance of spirituality in different theories and models of care (Domingo‐Osle & Domingo, 2020). It is suggested that nursing can be a sacred art when nurses move beyond the satisfaction of needs and touch the person as a whole (Watson, 2008).…”

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Spiritual aspects of the family caregivers’ experiences when caring for a community‐dwelling adult with severe mental illness: A systematic review of qualitative evidence

Casaleiro¹,

Caldeira²,

Cardoso

et al. 2022

Psychiatric Ment Health Nurs

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Accessible Summary What is known on the subject? Being a caregiver of a relative with severe mental illness often impacts the quality of life, physical and mental health. The use of coping strategies related to spirituality can enhance physical and mental well‐being. What the paper adds to existing knowledge? This review found 26 primary studies that refer to spiritual aspects of the experience of caring for a relative with mental health problems. Caregivers express spiritual needs, such as hope and finding meaning in life, and spiritual or religious practices that help to cope with stressful situations. What are the implications for practice? Spiritual needs and spiritual coping strategies of family caregivers of a relative with severe mental illness should be included in mental health nursing care. A spiritually sensitive approach should be used when promoting coping strategies of the family caregivers of a relative with severe mental illness. Abstract IntroductionDeinstitutionalization of individuals with severe mental illness transferred the responsibility of care to the relatives who need to adapt their personal life. Caregivers often develop coping strategies which involve the relationship with oneself, others, or the transcendent/God or nature and may include religious/spiritual practices. Question/AimThis review aims to identify the spiritual aspects of the family caregivers’ experiences when caring for a community‐dwelling adult with severe mental illness. MethodThe review was conducted in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for systematic reviews of qualitative evidence. Search was conducted in March 2019, updated in August 2020, limited to English, Spanish and Portuguese. ResultsA total of 26 studies were included. Two synthesized findings emerged: spiritual coping strategies are used by family caregivers; spiritual needs are expressed by family caregivers. The findings are based on the experiences of 467 caregivers, from 14 countries. DiscussionIn stressful times, family caregivers question the meaning in life and acknowledge hopelessness. To cope, caregivers mention a turn to the sacred and the use of spiritual/religious practices. Implications for practiceSpirituality should be considered according to caregivers’ individual beliefs and needs, as may represent important resources for the sense of meaning and overall well‐being.

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“…This universal character of nursing solidarity demands a multidimensional or holistic approach to nursing solidarity, which implies the recognition of the physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of each person and their families and communities. 37,41–44 This holistic approach is not optional but is the only approach compatible with practicing profound solidarity in nursing and therefore the only one possible according to the definition of solidarity this article proposes.c) Plurality of persons : Nursing solidarity requires a relation of holistic interdependence between at least two persons: a patient and a nurse. They develop a true partnership in which each one has a specific role.…”

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Redefining nursing solidarity

Domingo

2022

Nurs Ethics

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The idea of solidarity is in vogue, especially since the eruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the term “solidarity,” as used in nursing, is imprecise and vague, lacking clear definition and connoting a variety of general meanings. Based on the original meaning of “solidarity” in ancient Roman law, this article captures the archetypical idea of solidarity from a historical and interdisciplinary perspective. This archetypical or primary meaning comes before the development of any other meanings of the word, and it is therefore authentic and genuine because it does not derive from something else. After establishing the archetypical meaning of solidarity, the article translates this meaning into the area of nursing and demonstrates a deep connectivity between healthcare and solidarity. The second part of the article offers and develops a new definition of nursing solidarity as the responsibility for the healthcare of a person (unit) shared as a whole (entirety) by that person and a nurse or a nursing team (plurality). This new definition has some implications for nursing practice and education, since the definition emphasizes the idea that solidarity helps to (a) foster respect and avoid discrimination, (b) promote cohesion in health communities, (c) increase individual responsibility and a spirit of service, (d) stimulate motivation, (e) improve communication, (f) create an engaging workplace, and (g) develop leadership.

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Nursing and spirituality: A discussion paper on intertwining metaparadigms

Cited by 5 publications

References 19 publications

Validation of the Italian version of the spirituality and spiritual care rating scale (SSCRS‐ita)

Validation of the Italian version of the spirituality and spiritual care rating scale (SSCRS‐ita)

Spiritual aspects of the family caregivers’ experiences when caring for a community‐dwelling adult with severe mental illness: A systematic review of qualitative evidence

Redefining nursing solidarity

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