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Benchmark - Patient's Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis

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2 Benchmark - Patient's Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis 1. In 200-250 words, respond to the following: Should the physician allow Mike to continue making decisions that seem to him to be irrational and harmful to James, or would that mean disrespect of a patient's autonomy? Explain your rationale. According to the healthcare profession, the doctor's involvement in this circumstance, codes, and practices, is essential. These parents should have a detailed knowledge of the medical condition. This is the moment for the doctor to notify Mike that, in spite of his best intentions, the actions he is taking are inflicting more significant damage to James (Reichman, 2005). He has to stress to Mike the gravity of his son's health and the possibility of consequences if he does not receive a new kidney immediately. The practitioner is not overstepping on the patient's independence by doing so. Because James is a juvenile, his parents are responsible for making choices on his behalf. The doctor originally appreciated his choice when the father opted to go to spiritual healing instead of dialysis. After James' health failure to advance with prayer and Mike took him back to the hospice, the physician accomplished his responsibility by emphasizing the severity of the disease as well as the implications if the issue is not addressed promptly (Sabo, 2021; Reichman, 2005). As a result, the doctor must convince he is likewise worried about James' welfare and desires to circumvent causing further harm by treating him quickly. This is where contacting a priest or chaplain from Mike’s religious tradition might be valuable, as they can emphasize to Mike that by giving James health care, they are not deserting the teachings of their religions. 2. In 400-500 words, respond to the following: How ought the Christian to think about sickness and health? How should a Christian think about medical intervention? What should Mike, as a Christian, do? How should he reason about trusting God

3 and treating James in relation to what is truly honoring the principles of beneficence and nonmaleficence in James's care? Christians' views on disease and health differ from person to person. Some Christians regard disease as a test of their faith in God, while others see it as a punishment for their sins (Sabo, 2021). For example, sexually transmitted illnesses as a consequence of promiscuity, wounds resulting from aggressive conduct, and addiction as a result of drug misuse may be seen as a result of sin. However, some perceive sickness as a result of forces beyond our control. Therefore, illness is a natural part of existence, and the Christian viewpoint is that sickness or disease is a result of Adam and Eve's sin. Some Christians may not believe in clinical interventions in disease situations, believing that they are unfaithful to God by not depending on His faith to cure, depending on their faith beliefs. On the other hand, God does not command Christians to shun physicians or medication (Anandarajah, 2005). In reality, Luke, one of the gospel writers, was a doctor. There is no indication in the Bible that God disapproved of their usage of medical herbs, ointments, recommended diets, or other health therapies. In reality, Jesus recognized that those who are healthy do not require medical attention, but those who are sick must (Matthew 9:12). No one should rely only on prayer and faith to treat ailments for which a remedy is available via medical technology. Prayers should be used in addition to modern treatment. Mike should leave James in the hands of medical advances and specialists and proceed with the kidney transplant. He ought to also maintain his faith and hope that both of his boys recover quickly. As a parent, he should regard the physicians as God's messengers representing Him in healing James. Mike ought to continue attending church as usual and maintain unwavering faith in God, whereas James receives medical attention (Sabo, 2021). Mike has to

4 be aware of the beneficent and nonmaleficence principles in James' healthcare so that he may make informed decisions about James's treatment. He should be informed that beneficence refers to the advantages of therapy versus the dangers and that a transplant will solely benefit James. In this situation, he should be informed that the advantages of a kidney transplant exceed the dangers. Furthermore, nonmaleficence is not causing further harm to James' health by postponing care. Although he wishes to strengthen his trust in God, he must realize that therapy is unavoidable in this situation. 3. In 200-250 words, respond to the following: How would a spiritual needs assessment help the physician assist Mike in determining appropriate interventions for James and his family or others involved in his care? A patient's spiritual requirements are significant and have an impact on their capacity to make decisions while ill. Suffering may not be avoided but instead endured and eased when feasible, depending on one's understanding of health and life. HOPE is a spiritual evaluation instrument that includes a survey that guides doctors from broad ideas to particular applications (Timmins & Caldeira, 2017). Patients' sources of meaning and hope, personal spirituality, religion and practices, and the impact of spirituality on medical treatment and end-of-life choices are all questions they ask (Reichman, 2005). Mike and his wife should undergo a spiritual evaluation by the doctor to see whether their faith impacts their medical treatment. Mike's continued choice for faith over medical therapy is alarming even though faith-healing had failed the previous time. The doctor should try to figure out what James’ illness means to him, as well as his beliefs about medical treatment and Christianity (Anandarajah, 2005; Sabo, 2021). A chaplain or priest, ideally from Mike's church, ought to be involved at this time to address any concerns Mike may have about his son's

5 healthcare. To summarize, Mike and his family are going through a terrible period in their lives and are torn between medical therapy and spiritual healing for their son's sickness (Timmins & Caldeira, 2017). They believe that by opting for medical therapy, they are betraying God. They will need all the aid they can get, including spiritual guidance, to make a choice.

6 References Anandarajah, G. (2005, May 1). Doing a culturally sensitive spiritual assessment: Recognizing spiritual themes and using the hope questions. Journal of Ethics | American Medical Association. Retrieved October 10, 2021, from https://journalofethics.amaassn.org/article/doing-culturally-sensitive-spiritual-assessment-recognizing-spiritualthemes-and-using-hope/2005-05. Reichman, R. E. (2005, May 1). End of life and sanctity of life, commentary 1. Journal of Ethics | American Medical Association. Retrieved October 10, 2021, from http://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/2005/05/ccas2-0505.html. Sabo, A. (2021). Practicing Dignity: An Introduction to Christian Values and Decision Making in Health Care (1st Edition). Grand Canyon University - Digital Resources. Retrieved October 10, 2021, from https://www.gcumedia.com/digital-resources/grand-canyonuniversity/2020/practicing-dignity_an-introduction-to-christian-values-and-decisionmaking-in-health-care_1e.php. Timmins, F., & Caldeira, S. (2017). Assessing the spiritual needs of patients. Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987). Retrieved October 10, 2021, from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28294021/....