Fast Facts about Religion for Nurses: Implications for Patient Care Contributor(s): Johnston Taylor, Elizabeth (Editor) |
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ISBN: 082617826X ISBN-13: 9780826178268 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $37.05 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Nursing - Social, Ethical & Legal Issues - Medical | Nursing - Reference |
Dewey: 610.73 |
LCCN: 2018061399 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5" W x 7.9" (0.50 lbs) 226 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The only concise reference about spiritual belief systems that is clinically relevant to nursing care Distilling the religious and spiritual practices of more than 30 distinct belief systems, this unique nursing reference provides quick access to essential information. The invaluable resource spells out clinically relevant information from each tradition and provides nursing implications for each religion or denomination. Written by an internationally known scholar on spirituality, religion, and nursing care, the book was also reviewed by experts on each tradition and belief system. Individual chapters focus on a religious tradition or group of related traditions and includes a brief socio-historical context of the religion, beliefs and practices pertinent to health and health care, and bulleted information about nursing implications for obstetric, perinatal and pediatric care. Acute and chronic care, hospital and community-based care, and end-of-life care are also covered. The resource provides useful assessment tips, comforting messages, resources for further support, and additional guidance to help nurses practice religiously sensitive care. Key Features:
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