Health Care Diversity

Abstract This paper examines the role of health care providers in giving care to patients and families of different diverse trust groups. Three specific faith groups, hex, Buddhism, and Shintoistic exit be discussed and contrasted in relation to the ism of Christian perspectives. whole stepual perspectives and critical comp whiznts of health forget show spectral public opinions are apparently diverse alone with about convertibleities.INTRODUCTIONThe purpose of this paper is to contrast three diverse faiths comparing the philosophy to the Christian perspective. Beliefs chosen are Vodun, also cognise as bewitch, Buddhism and Shinto.Addressed eachow for be the spiritual perspective and critical components of meliorate, along with the importance of care for people of different faiths. The authors perspective of faith go forth also be discussed. Vodun/ jinx Vodun, often known as fetish, comes from the the deity Vodun of West African Yoruba dating back to the 18th an d 19th centuries. Voodoo honors one matinee idol, Bondye, similar to the God of Islam, Judaism and Christianity. (Houdmann, M. , 2012). Practices and thoughts of voodooism vary from one somebody to the next as the tradition has been passed down or eachy over the years.Healing is the tombstone component to practicing Voodoo making up approximately 60 share of all Voodoo activity. Voodoo better practices are performed by healers considered priests consisting of both(prenominal) men and women. Healers use herbs, faith mend, and today some use Hesperian medicine to rid the body of illness as it relates to the mind and soul. former(a) healing practices utilize are positive and negative charms, rituals of piercing needles into Voodoo dolls representing the enemy to help relieve stress and anxiety. The use of Voodoo dolls is greens and still used in New Orleans and other separate of Southern Louisiana.French Slaves arrived to Haiti and was forbidden to practice their native religio n, Voodoo, and forced into being call Roman Catholic. As a resultant role, when comparing the practice of Voodoo to Christianity specially Roman Catholic, there are several similarities. Both believe in a supreme being, the afterlife, existence of unseen inspirit and participate in ceremonies consuming flesh and blood (Religious Tolerance, 2010). Religious traditions followed are a uncouth link between Voodoo and Christianity. Voodoo followers believe both individual has a met tet, meaning master of the head, similar to a Christians patron saint.Voodoo followers have been known to participate in practices such as fortunetelling and sorcery that many Christians view as a practice condemned by God. According to the passage of Deuteronomy 189-13, Detestable Practices, summarizes God prohibits anyone from practicing divination, sorcery, witchcraft, or consults the dead (Womans Devotional Bible, 1998). Christianitys goal is to make out God, obey the Ten Commandments, develop a rel ationship with God and pass around the word of God in hopes of saving others. Christians also believe salvation is through having faith in Jesus Christ.In contrast, Voodoo followers honor God, many invigorate and Saints known as Iwas. Voodoo is a combination of African traditions and Catholicism and is the celebration of life. Regarding healthcare, women practicing Voodoo will make health decisions for themselves and children. If the woman has a husband then he will make major health major health decisions for the family. some Voodoo followers believe illness is directed related to sinning and will seek care from a Voodoo Practitioner versus handed-down practitioners.BuddhismBuddhism was founded by Gautama Buddha, birth name Prince Siddhartha, over 2,500 years ago in Nepal, India. Teachings known as dharma, meaning truth, are the central focus of healing. Buddhistics perspective of healing is to free one of suffering which is flat related to daily experiences of life and the mind, taking a holistic approach. wellness and disease affects the whole person and involves the environment. Buddhists believe disease is a hitch in the harmony of life and the physical symptoms are a result of that disturbance.Healing is thought to not only be a treatment but the counsel the mind and body goes back to harmony and relationship to the environment. Karma is an authoritative factor in the holistic approach to healing, believing there is a direct relationship between morality and health, meaning every causa has an effect (Ratanadul, P. , 2008). Good health is related to good Karma and vise versa. An unfit lifestyle is thought to be directly related to illness and disease therefore spiritual activities and religious practices are an grievous part of promoting health and well being amongBuddhists. Meditation and prayer are critical components of healing for Buddhists. It is practiced to acquire spiritual and mental health affecting general physical health through t he power of mindfulness, concentration and wisdom (Ratanadul, P. , 2008). During chanting, Buddhists calculate the blessings of Buddha with healing entering the mouth into the body to reduce suffering and shield off illness. In comparing Buddhism to Christianity, Buddhism practices the Threefold Training consisting of mortality, concentration and wisdom.Buddhists do not believe in God or in salvation, but rather achieving Nirvana by letting go of all desires, cravings and attachments (Shambhala International, 2009). Christianity practices praying, worships in church, believes in the Holy Bible and God is supreme motive of the world. Shinto The last belief to be addressed is Shinto, means way of God, originated around 500 B. C. E. as the official religion of Japan, along with Buddhism (Religious Tolerance, 2010). pot liquor are called kami and thought to found in wind, trees, mountains, rivers and fertility.Shintos principle is the displace of Japanese culture, code of ethics, f ine arts and family structure (Sivananda, S. , 2011). Shintos believe accidents and illnesses occur as a consequence of displeased spirits. The spirits communicate distress to humans as illness or mischance in the form of dreams, weakened immune system or by mental disturbances (Kalland, A. , n. d. ). In extreme cases the spirits can cause earthquakes, floods and deadly epidemics. Many individuals are unaware of the spirits identity and message nub but specific knowledge is not always needed as certain rituals have great affect on many spirits and its causes.Illness is also thought to be caused by the souls of the aborted or stillborn children as they have been deprived their right to live, mostly affecting their mothers, siblings and mothers family. As a result, Shinto temples center their focus on quieting these spirits to bring wellness and peace to those family members affected (Kalland, A. , n. d. ). Rituals are used to aid in healing of many illnesses and ailments. Purifica tion is a common ritual used among Shintos that is performed with water by rinsing, washing, bathing or the priests wand (Shinto-Rituals, 2012).This symbolizes purifying oneself or an object before interacting with kami. Other rituals used for healing include food and drink offerings to the kami or formal construe of prayer. In comparing Shinto to Christianity, Shintos believe in many Gods. The Sun-God known as Anaterasu-omi Kami, the divine brother Susano-o-Mikoto known as God of Rainstorm and Tsukiyomi-no-Mikoto, Moon God making the divine threesome (Sivananda, S. , 2011). Shintos do not have a positive theology or their own code of ethics but follows that of Confucianism.Shintos follow four affirmations, tradition and family, love of nature, physical cleanliness and Matsuri. Whereas, Christianity believes in one God, base teachings on Jesus and uses the Holy Bible as the support of teachings. Authors Belief This authors belief is similar to Christianity being a Roman Catholic . This author believes in the Trinity, the Father, the Son and the Spirit is one and as such worships one God. This author also believes healing can come from God if one truly believes and places significance in the symbolism of the Saints.This author gained valuable and pertinent knowledge regarding different religious beliefs that will assist in providing better nursing care. Conclusion In conclusion, health care providers are confronted with patients of many different religious beliefs and practices. It is important to be culturally diverse to better understand the needs of all patients seeking medical care to provide more holistic care. health care providers should respect every patients religious belief without discrimination while providing the best care.