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Degree

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), University of Toledo Health Science Campus, School of Nursing, 2004.

Abstract

The lived spiritual experience of 5 Christian persons was studied using Colaizzi’s (1978) phenomenological method for analysis. Six main themes with sub themes emerged from significant statements made by the participants. The main themes included: An initial sense of disintegration; a sense of peace is sought; this sense of peace is interrupted by worries for the future; prayer support comes in many ways; life experiences are seen as lessons to be learned; and the experience results in a total trust in God. Results were integrated into an exhaustive description of the experience of spirituality for the five Christians during a life-threatening illness. Orem’s (2001) self-care deficit theory was used to illustrate the connection between the Christian beliefs and values to the state of well-being. Implications for nursing practice and further research were made.

Subject Headings

Health Sciences, Nursing

Keywords

Spirituality; Life-threatening Illness; Nursing

Advisor

Judith Anderson, Ph.D

Pages

87p.

Document number: mco1107361918
Permalink: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=mco1107361918

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