Spiritual Belief Systems in Nursing Care: A Concise Clinical Reference

By Elizabeth Johnston Taylor PhD RN FAAN, a renowned international scholar on spirituality, religion, and nursing care, comes a unique and invaluable resource that distills the religious and spiritual practices of over 30 distinct belief systems, providing quick access to essential information for nurses.

Clinically Relevant Information for Nursing Care

This concise reference provides nursing implications for each religion or denomination, covering socio-historical context, beliefs, and practices pertinent to health and healthcare. The book is a result of rigorous review by experts on each tradition and belief system, ensuring accuracy and credibility.

Comprehensive Coverage for Nursing Practice

Individual chapters focus on a religious tradition or group of related traditions, covering:

• Obstetric, perinatal, and pediatric care
• Acute and chronic care
• Hospital and community-based care
• End-of-life care

Useful assessment tips, comforting messages, resources for further support, and additional guidance are also provided to help nurses practice religiously sensitive care.

Key Features:

• Written in consistent, bulleted format for speedy access to information
• Covers over 30 religions, denominations, and cultures encountered by nurses in North America
• Provides religious information specific to nursing care
• Includes assessment tips, comforting messages, and resources for additional support
• Serves as a valuable text for undergraduate and advanced practice nursing students

Published by Springer Publishing Company, this 226-page paperback is a must-have resource for nurses, providing essential insights into spiritual belief systems and their implications for nursing care.

Stay updated with the latest information on spiritual belief systems and their impact on healthcare. This book is an indispensable resource for nursing professionals, educators, and students alike.