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World Religions for Healthcare Professionals
Siroj Sorajjakool (Ed.)
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Description for World Religions for Healthcare Professionals
Paperback. Editor(s): Sorajjakool, Siroj; Carr, Mark F.; Bursey, Ernest. Num Pages: 242 pages, 14 black & white tables. BIC Classification: HR; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 159 x 233 x 21. Weight in Grams: 368.
Religious beliefs and customs can significantly shape patients' and professionals' attitudes toward, and expectations of, healthcare, as well as their wishes and personal boundaries regarding such daily matters as dress, diet, prayer and touch. Undoubtedly, the sensitivity with which clinicians communicate with patients and make decisions regarding appropriate medical intervention can be greatly increased by an understanding of religious as well as other forms of cultural diversity. This second edition of a popular and established text offers healthcare students and professionals a clear and concise overview of health beliefs ... Read more
Religious beliefs and customs can significantly shape patients' and professionals' attitudes toward, and expectations of, healthcare, as well as their wishes and personal boundaries regarding such daily matters as dress, diet, prayer and touch. Undoubtedly, the sensitivity with which clinicians communicate with patients and make decisions regarding appropriate medical intervention can be greatly increased by an understanding of religious as well as other forms of cultural diversity. This second edition of a popular and established text offers healthcare students and professionals a clear and concise overview of health beliefs ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
367g
Number of Pages
226
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781138189140
SKU
V9781138189140
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About Siroj Sorajjakool (Ed.)
Siroj Sorajjakool has studied and taught world religions in university and healthcare settings for over 25 years. He is a professor in the School of Religion at Loma Linda University. Mark F. Carr has studied and taught in the areas of religion, theology, ethics, and bioethics for over 20 years. He also has a number ... Read more
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