An elderly patient is dying,and begins talking to loved ones who have died before him.The nurse feels a sense of inner peace as his patient quietly dies.What is the best term for this feeling of peace?

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Self-transcendence refers to connecting to your inner self,which allows you to go beyond yourself to understand the meanings of experiences,whereas transcendence is the belief that there is a positive force outside of and greater than oneself that allows you to develop new perspectives that are beyond physical boundaries.Examples of transcendent moments include the feelings of awe when holding a new baby or watching the sun rise over the mountains.Spirituality offers a sense of connectedness intrapersonally (connected with oneself),interpersonally (connected with others and the environment),and transpersonally (connected with God,the unseen,or a higher power).

An Elderly Patient Is Dying,and Begins Talking to Loved Ones