Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-53.15

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 481-53.15 - Spiritual counseling

Spiritual counseling shall be available to all patients and their families.

(1) Spiritual counseling shall:

a. Be based on the beliefs and values of the patient and family; and

b. Be provided in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care.

(2) If spiritual counseling is provided through a working relationship with clergy or other spiritual counselors in the community, there shall be ongoing communication between that counselor and the interdisciplinary care team.

(3) There shall be written and implemented policies and procedures regarding spiritual counseling.

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 135J.3(2).

Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-53.15