Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals is the first evidence-based, English-language textbook to provide a comprehensive overview of healthcare in this region, where health systems are rapidly evolving and feature large numbers of expatriate health professionals serving a population with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and environmental needs.

This unique book covers relevant research, conditions and appropriate interventions and treatment. Readers will gain an insight into the key health challenges of the region and how to approach them, as well as local healthcare structures and cultural considerations such as Islam and healthcare, culturally competent communication and the role of the family.

Written by experienced international and local academics and professionals, this book will be invaluable for students, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in working in this fascinating region.

特長

Based on the latest evidence – provides a comprehensive overview of key healthcare challenges in region
Features numerous Arabic contributors as well as non-Arabic contributors with experience and expertise in the region
Key strategic, local and individual healthcare approaches – including a generic adaptable toolkit
Short case studies and thinking grids for appropriate care
Discussion of social, cultural and environmental perspectives specific to the region
Easy to read and follow
Highly practical – covers key topics including: Islam and healthcare; pain management; palliative and end of life care; culturally competent communication; consumer-driven healthcare; the family in healthcare in the Arabian gulf; communicable and non-communicable diseases

著者情報

Edited by May McCreaddie, Phd, MEd, BA, PG Cert PE, RNT, RN, Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland; Gary E. Day, DHSM, MHM, BNurs, DipAppSc (Nursing Management), RN, EM, FCHSM, FGLF, Professor-Health Services Management and Academic Campus Manager, ECA College of Health Sciences and Asia-Pacific International College, Brisbane, Australia and Jane Leanne Griffiths, RN, COTM, DIP. NA, BAN, MHP, Ex-Chief Nursing Information Officer, Informatics, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

製品詳細

詳細情報
ISBN Number	9780323833561
Description Author List	Edited by May McCreaddie, Phd, MEd, BA, PG Cert PE, RNT, RN, Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland; Gary E. Day, DHSM, MHM, BNurs, DipAppSc (Nursing Management), RN, EM, FCHSM, FGLF, Professor-Health Services Management and Academic Campus Manager, ECA College of Health Sciences and Asia-Pacific International College, Brisbane, Australia and Jane Leanne Griffiths, RN, COTM, DIP. NA, BAN, MHP, Ex-Chief Nursing Information Officer, Informatics, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Copyright Year	2025
Edition Number	1
Format	Book
Trim	191w x 235h (7.50" x 9.25")
Imprint	Elsevier
Page Count	192
Publication Date	29 Jan 2024
Stock Status	IN STOCK

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