Healthcare and the Muslim Population: Providing Respectful, Inclusive Care

Course Code: REL-ALL-0-HMPPRIC

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028

Learning Objectives:
Identify Islamic health-related practices or beliefs.
Recall strategies when caring for individuals who are Muslim.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Section 2: Islamic Beliefs and Respectful Care Strategies

Islamic Perspective on Health

Understanding Islam in a Healthcare Context

Health as a Responsibility

Cultural Perspectives on Health and Illness

Mental Health Awareness and Cultural Considerations

Cleanliness and Ritual Purity

Review

Prayer in Healthcare Settings

Fasting and Dietary Practices

Modesty and Physical Care

Advance Care Planning Conversations

Decision-Making and Family Roles

End-of-Life Beliefs and Preferences

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Subject Matter Expert: Sherry D. Haszto, MSN, RN

Sherry is an RN and subject matter expert (SME) with a broad clinical and professional background in oncology and hematology, home healthcare, hospice and palliative care, nursing education, consultation, performance improvement, and quality assurance. She holds an Associate Degree in Nursing from Randolph Community College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. Her work focuses on developing high-quality, evidence-based educational content that supports clinicians, improves patient outcomes, and promotes excellence in clinical practice. She leverages AI-enabled tools to enhance content development, streamline workflows, and support scalable, high-impact learning solutions.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Educators; Nursing Personnel; Social Workers; in the following settings: All Healthcare Facilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.