The Essential Guide to Religious Traditions and Spirituality for Health Care Providers Contributor(s): Jeffers, Steven (Author), Nelson, Michael E. (Author), Barnet, Vern (Author) |
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ISBN: 1846195608 ISBN-13: 9781846195600 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $228.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Leadership - Medical | Physician & Patient - Medical | Administration |
Dewey: 610.696 |
Physical Information: 1.9" H x 6.7" W x 9.8" (3.75 lbs) 740 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This extraordinary compendium of religious traditions is invaluable to all healthcare providers. The user-friendly resource contains specific and detailed information on faith traditions vital for providing optimal spiritual care in a clinical setting. A series of inspirational introductory chapters promote the importance of spiritual well-being as a vital component in whole person care, but the majority of the book forms a compilation of articles from a wide-ranging expert panel of contributors. Ideal for quick reference, the A-Z organisation from American Indian Spirituality to Zoroastrianism is presented in a clear and logical format, covering: History and Facts Basic Teachings Basic Practices Principles for Clinical Care . Dietary Issues . General Medical Beliefs . Specific Medical Issues . Gender and Personal Issues Principles for Spiritual Care Through the Cycles of Life Concepts of Living and Dying for Spiritual Support . During Birth . During Illness . During End of Life Care of the Body Organ and Tissue Donation Scriptures, Inspirational Readings and Prayers |