Author : Harold G Koenig
Publisher : Templeton Foundation Press
ISBN 13 : 1599471167
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis Spirituality in Patient Care by : Harold G Koenig
Download or read book Spirituality in Patient Care written by Harold G Koenig and published by Templeton Foundation Press. This book was released on 2007-09 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Koenig addresses the whys, hows, whens, and whats of patient-centered integration of spirituality into patient care, including details on the health-related sacred traditions for each major religious group. He provides health care professionals with the training necessary to screen patients sensitively and competently for spiritual needs, begin to communicate with patients about these issues, and learn when to refer patients to trained spiritual-care professionals who can competently address spiritual needs. --from publisher description.