Joan Olson
Spiritual Care Problems and Interventions Lists
Spiritual Care Problem List (Goals)
Client will engage in exploring meaning of disease, suffering and death
Client will exhibit/communicate decreased spiritual anxiety
Client will communicate spiritual needs/concerns/strengths
Caregiver will communicate spiritual needs/concerns/strengths
Client will engage in life review/sharing of memories/meaning making
Client will exhibit increased comfort/relaxation
Spiritual Care Interventions
Obtain information for spiritual assessment
Provide ministry of presence through visits
Provide reading of scripture/other relevant reading
Provide prayer/guided imagery as requested
Provide sacraments/rituals as requested
Engage in active/reflective listening
Encourage reminiscence/life review
Encourage spiritual/emotional expression
Affirm client’s beliefs/values/culture/heritage
Provide/encourage theological reflection
Assist client/caregiver in planning funeral/memorial service
Contact facility clergy as requested
Contact faith community clergy as requested
Bedside service provided
Funeral service provided