Transcultural Nursing : Concepts, Theories, Research and Practice
Here is the most comprehensive presentation of transcultural nursing in a global setting ever written -- from two pioneers in the field.FEATURES:* Provides a global comparative perspective on Western and non-Western cultures* Uses the Leininger’s Culture Care Theory and Ethnonursing Method to provide an effective blend of theory and practical clinical information* Valuable topical coverage of pain, mental health therapies, child-rearing practice, as applied within the transcultural setting* Covers Anglo-American, Arab Muslim, Philippine American, Elderly Polish, Taiwanese American, Lithuanian American, Japanese, Jewish American, Native American, and Mexican American culture care* Examines the future direction of transcultural nursing* NEW insights into the multiple cultures of urban USA and culture care of the homeless in western USA* NEW chapters on transcultural nursing and healthcare in India, Australia, Canada, and Taiwan