The Art and Science of Compassionate Care: A Practical Guide

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a healthcare crisis, leading to financial and psychosocial trauma. This book provides a practical guide to compassionate care based on empathy, person and family centeredness, therapeutic relationship, kindness, gratitude, spirituality, communication skills, shared decision making, positive psychology, adversity-activated development, self-care, compassion fatigue, and spirituality. It is designed for healthcare professionals, policymakers, managers, and patient associations and can save lives and money.

Format: Hardback
Length: 131 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has brought about a healthcare crisis of unprecedented proportions, this book offers a comprehensive guide to compassionate care. It explores the art and science of providing solace and support to individuals and families affected by the long-lasting financial and psychosocial toll of the pandemic. A novel approach to compassionate care is presented, rooted in fundamental concepts such as empathy, person- and family-centeredness, therapeutic relationships, kindness, gratitude, spirituality, communication skills, shared decision-making, positive psychology, adversity-activated development, self-care, compassion fatigue, and spirituality. These concepts have become increasingly crucial in navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic.

Drawing on clinical expertise, educational initiatives, and evidence-based knowledge from a diverse range of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, psychologists, health economists, healthcare managers, policymakers, medical students, and patients, this book provides practical skills and knowledge that can be applied in daily clinical practice. It adopts a holistic approach, considering the individual as a whole and addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of compassionate care, including empathy cultivation, effective communication, managing stress and burnout, addressing grief and loss, and promoting resilience. Each chapter is accompanied by clinical cases, patient journeys, and published evidence, offering real-world examples and insights.

The target audience of this book extends to all healthcare professionals, policymakers, healthcare managers, and patient associations. By adopting a compassionate care approach, healthcare providers can not only enhance patient outcomes but also reduce costs and improve overall well-being.

In these extraordinary times of global healthcare system challenges, the approach of compassionate care holds immense significance and has the potential to save lives and alleviate suffering. By fostering empathy, building strong relationships, and providing holistic support, healthcare professionals can make a profound difference in the lives of those they serve.

Weight: 414g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031215230
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023