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Palliative and End-of-Life Pearls, 1e [Paperback]

John E. Heffner MD (Author), Ira Byock MD (Author)

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Publication Date: April 15, 2002 | ISBN-10: 1560535008 | ISBN-13: 978-1560535003 | Edition: 1

This addition to the popular Pearls Series® presents 71 case presentations of clinical interest related to end-of-life and palliative care for both hospitalized patients and patients receiving home care. The patient vignettes highlight considerations of pain and symptom management at the end of life, ethical issues related to life-supportive care, and approaches to assisting patients and families with the difficulties that surround death and dying.

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Paperback: 232 pages
Publisher: Hanley & Belfus; 1 edition (April 15, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1560535008
ISBN-13: 978-1560535003
Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches
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This is a wonderful book for all members of the Hospice team. Information is direct and to the point, making the information interesting and easy to remember. I have bought copies of this book for all my team members. Pam North, RN, DON, Hope Hospice - Natchitoches, LA

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