RT Article
T1 Religion, Health and Confidentiality: An Exploratory Review of the Role of Chaplains
JF Journal of religion and health
VO 54
IS 2
SP 676
OP 692
A1 Carey, Lindsay B.
A2 Willis, Mark A.
A2 Krikheli, Lillian
A2 O’Brien, Annette
LA English
YR 2015
UL https://ixtheo.de/Record/1565936124
AB Chaplaincy has traditionally been considered a profession highly respectful of confidentiality. Nevertheless, given increasing professional collaboration within health and welfare contexts, plus the requirements of intervention reporting and the ease of technological data sharing, it is possible that confidentiality may be sacrificed for the sake of expediency. This exploratory review considers the literature relating to the role of chaplaincy and confidentiality that suggests a number of principles which should be considered by chaplaincy associations/organizations to ensure appropriate professional practice and the holistic health and well-being of patients/clients. Recommendations are made for the development of specific policies and procedures, confidentiality training programs and further research for developing universal protocols relating to chaplains and their handling of confidential information.
K1 Chaplaincy
K1 Chaplains
K1 Confidentiality
K1 Privacy
DO 10.1007/s10943-014-9931-2