The Essential Guide to Religious Traditions and Spirituality for Health Care Providers (Hardcover, 1 New Ed)

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

General

Imprint:	Radcliffe Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2012
First published:	2013
Authors:	Michael E. Nelson • Vern Barnet • Michael C. Brannigan • Jeffers Steven
Dimensions:	254 x 173 x 51mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	740
Edition:	1 New Ed
ISBN-13:	978-1-84619-560-0
Categories:	Books > Medicine > General issues > Health systems & services > General
LSN:	1-84619-560-8
Barcode:	9781846195600

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