Spirituality in Patient Care: Why, How, When, and What

Abstract

Emerging research demonstrates the effect of spiritual beliefs on health and well-being. Increasing information points to the necessity of performing a spiritual profile on a patient - in addition to a physical assessment - to provide the optimum plan for healing. Spirituality in Patient Care is intended as a guide for physicians and other healthcare professionals to help identify and address the spiritual needs of their patients. The book outlines several points, including: Why include spirituality in patient care? How does a physician identify spiritual needs? When does a physician provide spiritual support? What is the impact that physician involvement in this area can have on the patient's ability to cope with illness? Are there times when spiritual beliefs can actually interfere with medical care?

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