Description
| Product ID: | 9781785928093 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Caring for and Understanding Latinx Patients in Health Care Settings |
| Authors: | Author: Laura Maria Pigozzi |
| Page Count: | 192 |
| Subjects: | Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church, Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church, Christianity, Migration, immigration and emigration, Ethnic groups and multicultural studies, Ethnic studies, Social work, Doctor / patient relationship, Medical sociology, Nurse / patient relationship, Christian ministry & pastoral activity, Migration, immigration & emigration, Ethnic minorities & multicultural studies, Hispanic & Latino studies, Social work, Doctor/patient relationship, Medical sociology, Nurse/patient relationship, USA |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating This timely and instructive guide informs and improves healthcare professionals' cultural competency when working with Latino patients. Building knowledge and understanding of Latino culture and addressing sensitivities that need to be adhered to, it helps professionals support and care for their patients to the best of their ability. This concise and instructive guide outlines the specific challenges faced by the Latinx population in US health care, including language barriers, unfamiliarity with the medical system, lack of insurance, access issues, monetary factors, and most importantly the fears surrounding undocumented immigrants. |
| Imprint Name: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Publisher Name: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2020-08-21 |
