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Palliative medicine

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Palliative medicine

Paperback. Dementia is a growing issue, exacerbated by improvements in health care which have led to an ageing population. This book concentrates on advanced disease and addresses issues such as pain management, decision-making, communication, the Mental Health Capacity Act, dementia in the younger patient, and the carer's perspective. Editor(s): Pace, Victor; Treloar, Adrian; Scott, Sharon. Series: Oxford Specialist Handbooks in End of Life Care. Num Pages: 448 pages, 6 black and white line drawings. BIC Classification: MJND; MJX; MMC; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 101 x 14. Weight in Grams: 342.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199237807
ISBN
9780199237807
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 80.14

Paperback. This inspirational biography on Therese Vanier, published with the full support of the Vanier family and with contributions drawn from far and wide, serves as a critical assessment of Therese's legacy, a tribute to her life and as an inspiration to others to follow her example. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: BGT; HRCS; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 217 x 19. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
Darton,Longman & Todd Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780232532517
ISBN
9780232532517
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.58

Paperback. With a focus on palliative care provision across a range of different clinical settings, Palliative and End of Life Care for Children and Young People is a comprehensive new resource that explores care in the home, the hospice and hospital. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJW; MMC; MQCL3; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 164 x 11. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470656143
ISBN
9780470656143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.70

Paperback. Palliative Care Nursing at a Glance is the perfect companion for nursing students, health and social care practitioners, and all those involved in palliative care delivery, both in the clinical and home setting. Editor(s): Ingleton, C.; Larkin, P. J. Series: At a Glance (Nursing and Healthcare). Num Pages: 152 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 216. .
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118759219
ISBN
9781118759219
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.74

Paperback. This is a comprehensive guide to providing excellent end of life care. It covers the pathway of care at the end of life, from initial conversations about end of life care and assessment and planning, to care in different settings, multi-agency care, and providing a good death. Case studies and reflective questions feature throughout. Num Pages: 224 pages, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN; MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 11. Weight in Grams: 326.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849053648
ISBN
9781849053648
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Paperback. Provides a comprehensive understanding of palliative care. This title examines the roots of the field, explores the key legal and ethical issues, discusses the development of palliative care, and presents ideas on policies that can improve access to palliative care. Editor(s): Meier, Diane E.; Isaacs, Stephen L.; Hughes, Robert. Series: Public Health/Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Anthology. Num Pages: 464 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 179 x 24. Weight in Grams: 774.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470527177
ISBN
9780470527177
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 97.10

Hardback. Niethammer's compelling personal experiences combined with the latest research make this a compassionate and invaluable resource for physicians, nurses, social workers, teachers, parents-for all who care for sick and dying children and adolescents. Translator(s): Hill, Victoria W. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MJW; MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421404554
ISBN
9781421404554
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.76
€ 57.66

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781608821990
ISBN
9781608821990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 34.74

Paperback. This book presents a variety of experience-based perspectives on working in palliative care. Emphasising the use of self and the importance of reflective practice in professional work, the book will be of relevance to professionals in medical and social care who want to gain a deeper understanding of their work and of the motivation underlying it. Editor(s): Mason, Christina. Num Pages: 192 pages, index. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBP; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 292.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100300
ISBN
9781843100300
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.91

Paperback. Palliative Nursing is an evidence-based practical guide for nurses working in areas of practice where general palliative care is provided. This may be in hospitals, nursing homes, dementia units, the community and any other clinical areas which are not classified as specialist palliative care. Editor(s): Stevens, Elaine; Jackson, Susan; Milligan, Stuart. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC; MQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 174 x 18. Weight in Grams: 620.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405169974
ISBN
9781405169974
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.59

Paperback. This sensitive and compassionate book provides older people who are nearing the end of life and their loved ones, as well as the professionals who work with them, with a greater depth of understanding of spiritual issues surrounding death and dying. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HRLK; MMC; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 139 x 11. Weight in Grams: 192.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052900
ISBN
9781849052900
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.44

Hardback. Living in Death's Shadow is essential reading for everyone seeking to understand what it means to live with someone suffering from a chronic, fatal condition, including cancer, AIDS, Alzheimer's, and heart disease. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: JHBZ; LNTJ; MBX; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 385.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421421841
ISBN
9781421421841
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 39.28

Paperback. Soul Midwives are holistic and spiritual companions to the dying. They draw on traditional skills, applying them to our modern world to ease the passage of those who are dying. Suitable for anyone with an open and compassionate heart and a desire to help others, this book guides them through the core principles and techniques of this practice. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 158 x 23. Weight in Grams: 464.
Publisher
Hay House UK Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848507036
ISBN
9781848507036
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.91

Paperback. Many cancer patients are seen in outpatient clinics, general medical wards and general and specialist surgical wards as well as oncology units. There patients can have varied palliative care needs and it is the responsibility of those nursing them to be aware of these needs and how to respond to them. Num Pages: 240 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: MMC; MQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 208.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861562623
ISBN
9781861562623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.06

Hardback. Num Pages: 356 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MMC; MMZR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 30. Weight in Grams: 616.
Publisher
Guilford Publications United States
Number of pages
356
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781462508044
ISBN
9781462508044
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.91

Paperback. Describes the different types of palliative care models currently used and evaluates their efficacy and cost-effectiveness. The most prevalent symptoms encountered are highlighted as well as the assessment and management of these symptoms, and the instruments used to measure quality of life. Num Pages: 172 pages, 15. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 171 x 9. Weight in Grams: 390.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632058181
ISBN
9780632058181
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.72

Paperback. Use of the arts in palliative care settings is a powerful and effective way of addressing the practical, psychological, social and spiritual issues faced by service users in end-of-life care. This book uncovers the possibilities for using the creative arts and provides guidance on how to implement arts projects successfully. Editor(s): Hartley, Nigel; Payne, Malcolm. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCL9; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105916
ISBN
9781843105916
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Paperback. This book explores the supportive role music therapy can play in the end-of-life care. Through real-life accounts, it looks at how to create a therapeutic relationship, help patients to reach final goals, work within cultural contexts and deal with difficult emotions. It also considers how best to support the families of the dying. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 10. Weight in Grams: 248.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059367
ISBN
9781849059367
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.90

Paperback. Aspects include psychosocial, spiritual and physical needs of the patient. Care and treatment are considered in a multidisciplinary and complementary way. Patient centered coverage considers treatment and care of the dying in all settings in major diseases. A highly integrated approach to pain and symptom control, including complementary therapies. Num Pages: 348 pages, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MMC; MQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 190 x 20. Weight in Grams: 688.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
348
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470058855
ISBN
9780470058855
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.32

Hardback. Editor(s): Haynes, Jerome. Num Pages: 294 pages. BIC Classification: MBP; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 180. .
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
294
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634838276
ISBN
9781634838276
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 309.53
€ 230.60

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