Introduction: Religion (also religion) is a set of beliefs and actions by which man expresses his relationship to the sacred. Religious beliefs guide a person and he strongly believes in them and can be a source of mental satisfaction. A large study proved that such religious people are less depressed, take bad news more easily (e.g. confirmation of a chronic disease), tolerate chronic pain more easily, and so on. Religiosity can affect the relationship between the patient and the nurse, both from the patient's side and from the nurse's side. The nurse may have problems misunderstanding the patient due to a lack of knowledge about his religion and religious beliefs and a lack of time devoted to talking about this topic. On the other hand, a nurse may find herself in a situation where the required task conflicts with her religious and moral beliefs. Purpose: To examine the impact of the patient's religious beliefs on the patient-nurse relationship and the nurse's right to a contract of conscience. Methods: In the diploma work, we used a descriptive work method with a review of foreign and domestic, professional and scientific literature. The literature was limited in time between 2014 and 2024 with a few exceptions. Literature was searched using a search engine in databases such as: PubMed, CINAHL and Google Scholar. The keywords used to search for literature are English: religion, nursing, healthcare, mental and physical health. Results: Religious beliefs have a positive influence on health in treating patients. Considering only these as a nurse can improve the patient's mental state and his cooperation with us. An open attitude, respect for the patient's beliefs is crucial for good cooperation. In case of misunderstanding, the nurse can assign the patient to another nurse. A nurse also has the right to refuse a medical intervention if it is not in accordance with her religious beliefs. Discussion and conclusion: Nurses should inquire about religious beliefs of patients as well as families to ensure a comprehensive approach. In addition, they should educate themselves more in this field.
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