Cultural, Spiritual, and Ethical Dimensions of Holistic Care (NUR305 (UG15))
Term: Summer Session 2017 (UNDG)
Melynda (Lynde) Thelen, PhD, MSN, RN, CHSE
Office: Jeschke 205
Phone: 605-331-6876
Office/Tutor Hours: Weds & Fri 1pm - 3pm
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Mon, 12:00 AM - 12:01 AM (5/30/2017 - 8/4/2017) Location: MAIN (Other ARR - Online Course)
Awareness of one's own cultural and spiritual beliefs and how these beliefs influence one's nursing practice is an integral part of providing holistic care. The purpose of this course is to explore the interface between cultural and spiritual beliefs and the practice of nursing. Differences in cultural healthcare beliefs and practices of individuals and groups will be discussed. Students will explore spiritual approaches to assessment and intervention in relation to the spiritual needs of those experiencing health problems. Ethical components include ethical decision-making within a nursing framework and the major ethical schools of thought.