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Course

Diversity in Health Care: End-of-Life Care for Muslim Patients

Self-paced
0.5 credits

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Description

This training focuses on providing culturally competent end-of-life care for Muslim patients. It emphasizes religious and cultural considerations, including prayer accommodations, dietary restrictions, modesty, and family involvement. The session also covers key Islamic beliefs regarding illness, suffering, and death, as well as appropriate post-mortem practices.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, hospice workers, and palliative care providers, who seek to improve their understanding of Muslim patients' cultural and religious needs.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Recognize the importance of cultural competency in providing respectful and inclusive healthcare for Muslim patients.
  2. Identify key religious practices, such as prayer, fasting, and dietary restrictions, that may impact patient care.
  3. Understand Islamic perspectives on illness, suffering, and end-of-life care to provide appropriate emotional and spiritual support.
  4. Apply best practices for accommodating religious needs in clinical settings, including modesty considerations, medication alternatives, and post-mortem care.

 

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