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Overview
This innovative book proceeds from the premise that self-care is a powerful philosophical, biological and psychological basis for nursing practice in a variety of settings. Cultural issues are stressed throughout the volume, especially in the section on cross-cultural communication and cultural influences on learning styles.
Synopsis
This innovative book proceeds from the premise that self-care is a powerful philosophical, biological and psychological basis for nursing practice in a variety of settings. Cultural issues are stressed throughout the volume, especially in the section on cross-cultural communication and cultural influences on learning styles.
Booknews
Shows nurses and other health care professionals how to teach clients to take care of themselves and when to seek professional care in health, chronic illness, and acute conditions, focusing on cross- cultural communication and cultural influences on learning styles. Reviews the history and philosophy of self-care in nursing practice, and offers chapters with discussion questions, summaries, and case examples on teaching strategies, nutrition, stress management, and environmental and community care. Paper edition (unseen), $24.95. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)