영성(spirituality)의 개념분석

Abstract

The purpose of this is to understand the aspect of human spirituallity and its general meaning to nursing practice. This conceptual analysis has been defined thus : 1) spirituality is a basic human attribute 2) spirituality gives meaning to life 3) spirituality is a relationship between the omnipotent and the supernatural.

Spirituality assumes these : 1) all human beings possess a spiritual nature 2) it is the sourse of human power 3) it assumes mutual relationship between the individual and others 4) conviction etc...

And the result of spirituality leads to : 1) petition 2) peacefulness 3) hope 4) love between the self and the surrounding others and etc...

The experience of the spirituality refers to the relationship between the self, others, and with environment as well as the relationship with God. And that positive and assertive mentality and attitude will result in a desirable spiritual relationship between the caregiver(the nurse) and the receiver.