title: Multicultural nursing. Dietary beliefs of Chinese patients.
abstract: The author reviews the beliefs and customs which regulate the dietary needs and preferences of Chinese people resident in the UK. In particular, she focuses on the strong associations for Chinese people between food, health, spirituality and treatment of illness. The article is invaluable in helping nurses understand the beliefs which motivate Chinese patients in their care.
authors.forename: J Y
authors.initials: JY
authors.lastname: Chan
mesh_terms: D002681:China / Q000208:ethnology; D004032:Diet; D005518:Food Preferences / Q000208:ethnology; D015438:Health Behavior / Q000208:ethnology; D006801:Humans; D016746:Transcultural Nursing; D006113:United Kingdom