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Paperback. This is a practical, accessible guide for nurses on the management and care of the dying and deceased patient. It outlines the practicalities and legal issues associated with death, the principles of caring for a patient who is dying, and the principles of dealing with death, both expected and unexpected. Editor(s): Jevon, Philip. Series: Essential Clinical Skills for Nurses. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCA; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 186 x 124 x 15. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405183390
- ISBN
- 9781405183390
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.29
€ 46.29
Paperback. Enck places great emphasis on enhancing the quality of life while addressing the most common symptoms of terminal illness. Series: The Johns Hopkins Series in Hematology/Oncology. Num Pages: 248 pages, 11, 1 black & white halftones, 10 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801867668
- ISBN
- 9780801867668
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.37
€ 47.37
The practice of palliative care and hospice is filled with overt and sometimes covert ethical challenges. These challenges are addressed by leading international palliative care and hospice scholars under three main domains: care delivery systems; addressing the many dimensions of suffering; and difficult decisions near the end of life. Editor(s): Quill, Timothy E.; Miller, Franklin G. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 242 x 29. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199316670
- ISBN
- 9780199316670
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.77
€ 122.77
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
€ 48.70
Paperback. Num Pages: 362 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Learning
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 362
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780763773847
- ISBN
- 9780763773847
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.20
€ 103.20
Paperback. How is it possible for practitioners of the healing arts to cope with the deaths of children and the devastating grief of their families? This book focuses on the grieving process of physicians and nurses for their child patients. It provides information to those already in the medical profession. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MJW; MMC; VFJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 143 x 219 x 20. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780295986531
- ISBN
- 9780295986531
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.82
€ 32.99
€ 29.82
Paperback. Meeting the Needs of Older Adults with Serious Illness Editor(s): Kelley, Amy S.; Meier, Diane E. Series: Aging Medicine. Num Pages: 240 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, 8 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBP; MJX; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 11. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Humana Press Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 253
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781493904068
- ISBN
- 9781493904068
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.64
€ 122.64
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
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Hardcover. Palliative Surgery Editor(s): Wichmann, Matthias; Maddern, Guy. Num Pages: 304 pages, 31 black & white illustrations, 28 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MMC; MNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 183 x 19. Weight in Grams: 866.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642537080
- ISBN
- 9783642537080
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.73
€ 195.73
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
€ 72.14
€ 72.14
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
€ 80.14
Paperback. Pediatric Palliative Care, the fourth volume in the HPNA Palliative Nursing Manuals series, addresses pediatric hospice, symptom management, pediatric pain, the neonatal intensive care unit, transitioning goals of care between the emergency department and intensive care unit, and grief and bereavement in pediatric palliative care. Editor(s): Ferrell, Betty R. Series: HPNA Palliative Nursing Manuals. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: MJW; MMC; MQCL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 308 x 13. Weight in Grams: 198.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190244187
- ISBN
- 9780190244187
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.01
€ 66.01
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
€ 34.90
hardcover. Num Pages: 456 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MBDP; MJAD; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 167 x 39. Weight in Grams: 744.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- OXFORD UNIV PR United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195386585
- ISBN
- 9780195386585
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.97
€ 117.97
Hardback. Designed to take a physician with no acupuncture experience through the history and science of acupuncture, and lead him through the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and treatments possible in this new discipline. Num Pages: 760 pages, 415 color plates (approx.). BIC Classification: MMC; MX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 305. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Thieme Publishing Group Germany
- Number of pages
- 760
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783131417916
- ISBN
- 9783131417916
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.41
€ 104.41
The Quiet Killer. Emphysema/Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Hedrick, Hannah L.; Kutscher, Austin H.. Ed(S...
Hardback. This work covers emphysema and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), offering new hope and insight for sufferers and their loved ones. Editor(s): American Institute of Life-Threatening Illness and Loss. Num Pages: 240 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: MJL; MMC; MQC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841734
- ISBN
- 9780810841734
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.61
€ 95.61
Paperback. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Fishman shows how communicating better with patients about their pain can help physicians create safer and more effective treatment strategies. Num Pages: 146 pages, 1 illustration. BIC Classification: MMBP; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 130 x 9. Weight in Grams: 178.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199891986
- ISBN
- 9780199891986
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.71
€ 43.71
Paperback. Rev. ed. of: Guidelines on the termination of life-sustaining treatment and the care of the dying / by the Hastings Center. c1987. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: JFME; MBDC; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 179 x 15. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199974559
- ISBN
- 9780199974559
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 94.32
€ 94.32
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
€ 97.10
Paperback. This brand new edition pulls together the most up-to-date information on this complex, multidisciplinary area in a practical, user-friendly manner. It deals with the important social and psychological aspects for palliative care of people with incurable diseases including quality of life, communication and bereavement issues. Editor(s): Fallon, Marie; Hanks, Geoffrey. Series: ABC S. Num Pages: 96 pages, 87 illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 212 x 6. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405130790
- ISBN
- 9781405130790
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.84
€ 58.84
Paperback. This is the first book to approach the concept of suffering from the perspective of nurses. The concept is of central importance in the growing field of palliative care and has special meaning for nurses who are intimately involved in caring for people experiencing serious illness or nearing the end of life. Num Pages: 144 pages, 8 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC; MQC; MQCL9. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 236.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195333121
- ISBN
- 9780195333121
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.71
€ 69.71
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
€ 35.91
Paperback. Editor(s): Paice, Judith A. Series Editor(s): Ferrell, Betty; Coyle, Nessa; Paice, Judith A. Series: HPNA Palliative Nursing Manuals. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCH; MQCL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190244286
- ISBN
- 9780190244286
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.74
€ 65.74
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
€ 64.06