Nursing and ancillary services Books

Book Synopsis Ever since the first edition of Verna Benner Carson's Spiritual Dimensions of Nursing Practice went out of print, second-hand copies have been highly sought after by practitioners in the field and nursing school faculty who appreciated the comprehensive scope of the seminal work on spirituality and health. In this highly anticipated revised edition, Carson and her co-editor, Harold G. Koenig, have thoroughly revised and updated this classic in the field. The revised edition builds on the foundations laid in the first, providing perspectives on new research in the spiritual dimensions of nursing care, applying nursing theory to spiritual care, and addressing the spiritual needs of both nurses and patients. It also examines ethical issues in nursing and the impact of legal decisions on health care issues. Contributors address issues of spiritual development across the entire lifespan—from the spiritual needs and influences of the very young to the elderly, including those facing chronic illnesses or death. The volume takes a similarly broad approach in addressing spiritual issues from a variety of faith backgrounds—including both theistic and pantheistic religious practices, so that nurses can be prepared to meet the needs of patients from various religious traditions. Second to chaplains, nurses are the major providers of spiritual care, and no other book will serve their needs like Spiritual Dimensions of Nursing Practice.Table of Contents Preface / vii Part I Spirituality and the Nursing Profession / 1 1. Spirituality: Defining the Indefinable and Reviewing Its Place in Nursing / 3 Verna Benner Carson and Ruth Stoll 2. Religion, Spirituality, and Health: Understanding the Mechanisms / 33 Harold G. Koenig Part II Spirituality, Religion, and Health Care: Examining the Relationships / 63 3. Theism and Health Care / 65 Verna Benner Carson 4. Eastern Pantheism and Health Care / 86 Verna Benner Carson 5. The Legal Issues: Religion versus Health Care / 101 Patricia C. McMullen and Nayna D. C. Philipsen Part III Application of Theory to Spiritual Needs: What Does Spiritual Care Look Like? / 123 6. Spirituality: Identifying and Meeting Spiritual Needs / 125 Verna Benner Carson 7. The Psychospiritual Lives of Ill or Suffering Children and Adolescents: What We Should Know, What We Should Do / 154 Pat Fosarelli 8. Adult Spirituality for Persons with Chronic Illness / 193 Patricia E. Murphy, George Fitchett, and Andrea L. Canada 9. Spirituality and Elder Care / 236 Thomas E. DeLoughry 10. Spirituality in Death and Bereavement / 279 Miriam Jacik Part IV The Thread of Spirituality through Community, Ethics Work, and Education / 309 11. Spiritual Care in Communities / 311 Nancy Christine Shoemaker 12. Ethical Decision Making and Spirituality / 330 Gary Batchelor 13. Spirituality within Educational and Work Environments / 372 Elizabeth Arnold Contributors / 405 Index

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Book SynopsisIn the course of caring for the ill or dying, health care professionals are sometimes the only ones available to provide spiritual comfort to their patients. In our modern pluralistic society, where patients could come from any number of religious traditions, it can often be difficult to find exactly the right words in these situations.Prayers and Rituals at a Time of Illness and Dying: The Practices of Five World Religions by experienced physician and theologian Pat Fosarelli offers clear instructions for health care professionals on how to better understand the needs of their Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, Christian, and Jewish patients during these difficult times. Devoting separate chapters to each tradition, Fosarelli briefly outlines the basic beliefs and then looks at the main tenets of each religion, exploring the varied approaches that they take to illness and end-of-life issues. For each tradition, she also describes practices and offers suitable prayers. Each chapter suggests modifications that may be necessary for Western hospitals, modifications for children, and specific suggestions about what not to do or say in respect to different faith traditions.This easy-to-use, pocket-sized resource will be referenced again and again by physicians, paramedics, hospital and military chaplains, pastoral counselors, hospice providers, and other medical professionals.

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Book SynopsisThe engaging stories in Parish Nursing provide accessible and enjoyable accounts of real parish nurses, both paid and volunteer, who attend to the needs of their congregations in a variety of ways—from home, hospice, and hospital visits to community outreach. This revised edition gathers their stories of hearing and heeding God’s call, of their faith that they are doing the “right thing,” of their joys, sorrows, and challenges, and of their quiet dedication as they offer their time and talents to meet the needs of others. By offering inspiration and encouragement, along with a healthy dose of updated practical advice, this collection will make parish nursing theory come to life. These stories will honor practicing parish nurses, will guide the way for anyone contemplating parish nursing as a career, and will challenge church members and leaders to examine the role that their congregations play in health ministry—especially in meeting the long-term care needs of an aging population.

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Book SynopsisBurn out. Two words that haunt those in high stress jobs, especially in the medical profession. Long hours and the literal life-and-death nature of the field creates expectations to not only be on call at all hours, but to be at one’s best, even at 3:00 AM after a twenty-hour shift. So much energy is devoted to the care of others that self-care is forgotten. Yet, more are noticing and research confirms that self-care is needed, not only for personal sanity but also for quality of work. Unwell medical professionals are not the best at treating others. And this self-care includes not just rest, food, and water, but a deeper care, one that tends the spiritual side as well. To both the spiritually active and the spiritually resistant, hospital chaplain William Dorman offers a guide to understand a more comprehensive, full-bodied self-care. Each chapter begins with case studies, concrete experiences that help unpack abstract concepts which bring much needed peace to stressed individuals. Dorman also structures each chapter to end with prayers and action steps, which offer more concrete ways to care for the self. From working as a hospital chaplain for over 18 years, and serving as the director of chaplaincy services for the largest integrated health care system in New Mexico, Rev. Dorman recognizes the stresses that come to those who have made it their profession to heal others. Healers need healing too—and this guide is the first step.Trade Review“This book is a great resource for anyone who provides care at the bedside and who feels the spiritual weight of their work. It would serve well as the text for a discussion group or for a class teaching spirituality as part of whole-self-care. For chaplains, it could be used as a health care Rosetta Stone, becoming the medium by which the rich imagery and spiritual power of religiously shaped spiritual exercises can be decoded and offered as sustenance to harried clinicians (APC Pastoral Care Competencies 3, 7, 8, and 9). Clergy and pastoral counselors who care for health care professionals in their communities will gain insight into the sometimes hard to articulate experiences that trouble and uplift those seeking guidance.” —Keith Goheen, BCC, Chaplain, Beebe Healthcare (APC™ Forum, March 2017, Vol. 19 No. 2) “A carefully woven collection of case studies, intelligent advice, and direct ways to engage in the spiritual, Restoring the Healer is a great guide to anyone in the medical field who is on the verge of burnout and recognizes a need for self-care.” —Harold G. Koenig, MD, director of the Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health “As a physician coach, I sought out Dr. William Dorman’s sage advice on restoring the well-being of many of my colleagues. I’m so delighted he has now captured the essence of his experiences in Restoring the Healer. I highly recommend Bill’s new book for all health care professionals for their own well-being in a highly stressful industry.” —William H. Brady, MD, MBA, MSc, physician coach and health care economist “When I personally met Bill here in Albuquerque, I found him to be an exceptional human being, so the quality of his book is no surprise!” —Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM, Center for Action and Contemplation“Chaplain Dorman has crafted a wise and compassionate spiritual care primer. His deep knowledge of the clinical environment, especially its language and culture, are evident in the structure of every chapter. His sensitivity to the demands and needs of the people who practice in the hospital setting warms every page. . . . This book is a great resource for anyone who provides care at the bedside and who feels the spiritual weight of their work. It would serve well as the text for a discussion group or for a class teaching spirituality as part of whole-self-care. For chaplains, it could be used as a health care Rosetta Stone, becoming the medium by which the rich imagery and spiritual power of religiously shaped spiritual exercises can be decoded and offered as sustenance to harried clinicians (APC Pastoral Care Competencies 3, 7, 8, and 9). Clergy and pastoral counselors who care for health care professionals in their communities will gain insight into the sometimes hard to articulate experiences that trouble and uplift those seeking guidance.” Keith Goheen BCC, Chaplain, Beebe Healthcare, Lewes, DE

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Book Synopsis With today's cumbersome insurance procedures, government regulations, endless paperwork, and concerns about malpractice rates, many health care professionals are asking: "Why am I doing this? Am I making a difference to my patients? Is there a better way—and if so, what is it?" In this book, Carson and Koenig examine the state of the health care system with the goal of providing healthcare professionals and caregivers the inspiration and practical tools to reclaim their sense of purpose. The book begins with an evaluation of the current system from the perspective of the spiritual vision that initially motivated and nourished many caregivers. The authors then pose a vision of a health care system that supports and nurtures the spirituality of patients and their families, of which some elements already exist. An overview is provided on the preparation necessary for health care professionals to offer spiritual care when there are major implications—for people with chronic illnesses, psychiatric issues, devastating injuries, and those preparing for surgery, facing death, and those living with chronic pain. Also explored are ways that health professionals and caregivers can maintain their own spiritual health even as they work to bring about healing, comfort, and solace to others. Woven throughout the book are the personal narratives of physicians, nurses, chaplains, health care educators, community resource workers, administrators, therapists, and psychologists—all from a wide range of religious traditions. Their examples inspire and assist professionals in renewing the spiritual focus of health care. Table of Contents Preface / ix Acknowledgments / xv 1. Spiritual Caregiving: Healthcare as a Ministry / 1 2. The State of the Current Healthcare System / 26 3. Envisioning the Ideal / 48 4. Preparation for Spiritual Caregiving / 69 5. Providing Spiritual Care / 87 6. Giving Spiritual Care: The Patient with Chronic Illness and Pain / 111 7. Giving Spiritual Care: The Dying Patient / 128 8. Spiritual Care for Special Populations / 145 9. Nurturing the Self: Nurturing the Spirit / 162 10. A David-and-Goliath Match:Taking On the System / 178 Appendixes / 189 Endnotes / 221 Contributors / 231 Index / 235

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Book Synopsis This book is intended as a guide for practicing physicians, medical students, and residents to help identify and address the spiritual needs of patients. Those who will benefit most will be physicians who wish to know how to integrate spirituality into clinical practice in an effective and sensitive manner. Other professionals, such as nurses and chaplains, may use this book as they interact with doctors, other health professionals, and hospital administrators.

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Book Synopsis Dr. Harold Koenig opens a window on mental health, providing an unprecedented source of practical information about the relationship between religion and mental health. He examines how Christianity and other world religions deliver mental health services today, and he makes recommendations, based on research, expertise, and experience, for new programs to meet local needs. Meticulously researched and documented, Faith and Mental Health includes Research on the relationship between religion and positive emotions, psychiatric illnesses, and severe and persistent mental disorders Ways in which religion has influenced mental health historically, and how now and in the future it can be involved with mental health A comprehensive description and categorization of Christian and non-Christian faith-based organizations that provide mental health resources Resources for religious professionals and faith communities on how to design effective programs Presenting a combination of the history and current research of mental health and religion along with a thorough examination of faith-based organizations operating in the field, this book is a one-of-a-kind resource for the healthcare community; its valuable research and insights will benefit medical and religious professionals, and anyone concerned with the future of mental health care. Table of Contents Acknowledgments / vii Introduction / ix Part I. Historical Considerations 1. People and Communities of Faith / 3 2. History of Mental Health Care / 17 Part II. Research on Religion and Mental Health 3. Religion, Coping, and Positive Emotions / 43 4. Religion, Psychiatric Symptoms, and Disorders / 82 5. Religion and Severe, Persistent Mental Illness / 113 6. Integrating Religion into Mental Health Treatments / 133 Part III. Faith-based Mental Health Care 7. Caring for the Emotionally and Mentally Ill / 161 8. Local Religious Congregations (FBO category A) / 173 9. Networking and Advocacy Organizations (FBO category B) / 185 10. Mission-driven Faith-based Services (FBO category C) / 193 11. Faith-integrated Counseling (FBO categories D and E) / 205 12. Non-Christian Faith-based Services / 227 Part IV. Barriers and Solutions 13. Barriers to Research and Implementation / 243 14. Identifying Possible Solutions / 255 Glossary / 277 Additional Resources / 289 References / 299 Index / 333

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