Nurse's Pocket Guide

and practices, these influences will provide information
for comparing/contrasting new information.
• Explore connection of desire to strengthen belief patterns and
customs to daily life. Becoming aware of how these issues
affect the individual’s daily life can enhance ability to incorporate
them into everything he or she does.
• Identify ways in which individual can develop a sense of harmony
with self and others.
NURSING PRIORITY NO.3.To enhance optimum wellness:
• Encourage client to seek out and experience different religious
beliefs, services, and ceremonies. Trying out different
religions will give client more information to contrast and
compare what will fit his or her belief system.
• Provide bibliotherapy/reading materials pertaining to spiritual
issues client is interested in learning about.
• Help client learn about stress-reducing activities, e.g., meditation,
relaxation exercises, mindfulness. Promotes general
well-being and sense of control over self and ability to
choose religious activities desired. Mindfulness is a method
of being in the moment.
• Encourage participation in religious activities, worship/religious
services, reading religious materials/media, study
groups, volunteering in church choir, or other needed duties.
• Refer to community resources, e.g., parish nurse, religion
classes, other support groups.
Documentation Focus
ASSESSMENT/REASSESSMENT
• Assessment findings, including client perception of needs and
desire/expectations for growth/enhancement.
• Motivation/expectations for change.
PLANNING
• Plan for growth and who is involved in planning.
IMPLEMENTATION/EVALUATION
• Response to activities/learning and actions performed.
• Attainment/progress toward desired outcome(s).
• Modifications to plan.
DISCHARGE PLANNING
• Long-range needs/expectations and plan of action.
• Specific referrals made.
Information in brackets added by the authors to clarify and enhance
the use of nursing diagnoses.
Diagnostic Studies Pediatric/Geriatric/Lifespan Medications 561
readiness for enhanced RELIGIOSITY