The circle of life

Linda A Gerdner; Dia Cha; Deu Yang; Toni Tripp-Reimer

doi:10.3928/00989134-20070501-05

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The circle of life

Linda A Gerdner, Dia Cha, Deu Yang and Toni Tripp-Reimer

Journal of gerontological nursing, Vol.33(5), pp.20-31

05/01/2007

DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20070501-05

PMID: 17511332

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Abstract

The Hmong are an ethnic minority from Southeast Asia who constitute a growing U.S. population. Gerontological nurses need to understand the cultural meaning and rituals associated with dying, death, and the bereavement process of Hmong Americans. Critical to this is the structure and role of clan and family as a source of support and their involvement in the decision-making process. In this article, we provide an overview of the traditional spiritual beliefs related to life and death with implications for end-of-life and postmortem care. Information was acquired through invited field experiences. Published literature and consultation with Hmong elders were used to clarify, enhance, and validate this understanding.

Culture

Education

Grief

Nursing

Bereavement

Laotians -- In Old Age

Rituals and Ceremonies -- In Old Age

Terminal Care -- In Old Age

Aged

Burial Practices

Clothing

Continuing (Credit)

Gerontologic Nursing

Health Beliefs

Postmortem Care

Religion and Religions

Spirituality

Details

Title: Subtitle: The circle of life
Creators: Linda A Gerdner
Dia Cha
Deu Yang
Toni Tripp-Reimer - University of Iowa
Resource Type: Journal article
Publication Details: Journal of gerontological nursing, Vol.33(5), pp.20-31
DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20070501-05
PMID: 17511332
NLM abbreviation: J Gerontol Nurs
ISSN: 0098-9134
Language: English
Date published: 05/01/2007
Academic Unit: Nursing
Record Identifier: 9983557173402771

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