Effect of spirituality on plasma donation in people recovered from COVID-19 in Iran

Abstract

Background: Due to the prevalence of COVID-19 disease and the growing demand for plasma therapy to assess its effectiveness, the potential impact of spirituality on plasma donation by COVID-19 patients, the role of spirituality can be considered more than before. Objective: We decided to conduct the present study to determine the effect of spirituality on plasma donation in the recovery from COVID-19. Methods: This was an analytical case-control study. The study population included all individuals who recovered from COVID-19, divided into two groups: case and control groups (90 subjects). The instrument used to assess spirituality in this study will be the Spiritual Assessment Inventory (SAI). Results: The results showed that there were statistically significant differences between the two groups in terms of total spirituality scores. The plasma donor group had a higher score (195.00 ± 19.70) compared to the control group (174.44 ± 29.06) who were not willing to donate plasma. Additionally, in the dimensions of awareness, actual acceptance, and magnification, the case group scored higher than the control group. Also, there was a statistically significant difference (P < 0.05) in these areas as well. Conclusion: The spirituality of people who donated plasma was higher than that of those who did not donate, indicating a potential correlation between plasma donation and spiritual well-being. Therefore, it is important to recognize and address the spiritual needs of individuals who have recovered from COVID-19. In this regard, nurses can play a crucial role in providing holistic care that encompasses the spiritual aspect of patients while tending to those with COVID-19.

Keywords

• Spirituality
• Plasma therapy
• COVID-19