Compassionate Care in the COVID-19 Era: A Practical Guide

By Andreas Samoutis, George Samoutis, Neophytos Stylianou, Andreas Anastasiou, Christos Lionis

In the midst of the global healthcare crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for compassionate care has never been greater. “Compassionate Care in the COVID-19 Era: A Practical Guide” provides a comprehensive and practical approach to delivering compassionate care in these unprecedented times.

Authored by a team of experts, including academic physicians, nurses, psychologists, healthcare managers, and health policymakers, this book draws on their collective clinical experience, educational activities, and evidence-based knowledge. The authors present a new approach to compassionate care, which is grounded in 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.

This book offers valuable insights and actionable strategies that can be implemented in daily clinical practice. By focusing on a whole-person approach, it addresses the unique challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and provides guidance on managing the financial and psychosocial trauma it has caused.

Throughout the book, the authors share clinical cases, patient journeys, published evidence, and practical experiences to illustrate their approach to compassionate care. This not only enhances the practicality of the book but also enables readers to connect with and understand the concepts on a deeper level.

One of the key strengths of “Compassionate Care in the COVID-19 Era” is its multidisciplinary approach. By bringing together experts from various healthcare fields, the book provides a holistic perspective on compassionate care, making it relevant and valuable to healthcare professionals, health policymakers, healthcare managers, and patient associations alike.

Additionally, the book emphasizes the importance of self-care for healthcare professionals, recognizing the unique challenges they face during this crisis. It offers guidance on protecting against compassion fatigue and provides strategies for maintaining mental and emotional well-being.

The authors also address the role of spirituality in compassionate care, highlighting its potential to provide comfort, hope, and resilience in times of crisis. By integrating spirituality into healthcare, they present a more comprehensive approach to caring for patients and promoting their overall well-being.

“Compassionate Care in the COVID-19 Era: A Practical Guide” is a timely and essential resource for healthcare professionals and organizations striving to deliver compassionate care during the ongoing pandemic. It offers practical strategies, evidence-based knowledge, and real-life examples to inspire and guide healthcare professionals in their daily practice.

Order your copy of “Compassionate Care in the COVID-19 Era” today and equip yourself with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of the pandemic with compassion, empathy, and resilience.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Springer; 1st ed. 2023 edition (February 9, 2023)
• Language: English
• Pages: 140
• ISBN-10: 3031215230
• ISBN-13: 978-3031215230