| Description |
xiv, 417 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Introducing cultural concepts -- Introducing steps to cultural study and cultural competence -- Exploring cultural heritage -- Exploring communication in cultural context -- Exploring family roles and organization within culture -- Exploring cultural workforce issues -- Exploring high-risk behaviors, biocultural ecology, and nutrition in light of culture -- Exploring spirituality and cultural death rituals -- Exploring cultural healthcare practices and roles of healthcare practitioners -- Cultural considerations for the African American/Black cultures -- Cultural considerations for the Chinese culture -- Cultural considerations for the Latino/Hispanic client -- Cultural considerations for American Indian cultures -- |
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Cultural considerations for middle eastern cultures -- Cultural considerations for Jewish culture -- Disability across cultures -- Veteran military culture and physical therapy -- The challenge and culture of poverty and homelessness -- Physical therapy cultural encounters in pediatrics -- Physical therapy cultural encounters in geriatrics -- Establishing a culturally competent practice -- The nurturing of cultural competence |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Physical therapy -- Practice.
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Culture.
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Physical Therapy Specialty -- methods.
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Cultural Diversity.
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Culture.
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Population Groups.
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Professional-Patient Relations.
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| Author |
Purnell, Larry D.
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| LC no. |
2005022371 |
| ISBN |
0803611951 paperback alkaline paper |
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9780803611955 paperback alkaline paper |
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