Religious perspectives of doctors, nurses, patients, and families.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Reports the results of a survey examining religious denomination, belief in a higher power, church attendance, and religious coping among physicians (N = 130), nurses (N = 39), patients (N = 77), and families (N = 60). Differences are noted and discussed. Notes that while a large proportion of patients and families found religion to be the most important factor enabling them to cope, only a small percentage of physicians felt that way. Observes that the results of this and other studies may indicate a gap in religious orientation between health care providers and patients and that such a gap could hinder the recognition of and proper care for spiritual needs in the hospital setting.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Koenig, HG; Bearon, LB; Hover, M; Travis, JL
Published Date
- 1991
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 45 / 3
Start / End Page
- 254 - 267
PubMed ID
- 10114080
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0022-3409
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1177/002234099104500306
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States