The nurse is using the HOPE tool when assessing a patient’s spiritual

QUESTION

The nurse is using the HOPE tool when assessing a patient’s spiritual needs. In which order should the nurse ask the patient the following questions?

1. Identify sources of strength
2. What specific actions conducted?
3. Does religion influence health care?
4. What is the role of religion in your life?

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 1, 4, 2, 3

When completing the HOPE tool the nurse should complete the tool in the following order: H: What are the sources of Hope, strength, comfort, meaning, purpose, peace, love and connectedness for the client? O: What is the role of Organized religion for the client? Is the client a practicing member of an organized religion? Does the client identify with a specific religion but is not an active member of a faith congregation? P: What are the Personal practices of spirituality and/or religion for the client? How do those Personal spiritual/religious practices influence health and healing? E: What are the Effects of spiritual/religious beliefs on health and nursing care?