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Palliative medicine

Paperback. This edited book provides a critique of the theoretical concepts of caring, carers and caregivers, based on empirical evidence from recent studies with adults with acquired chronic illnesses, including terminal illness. Editor(s): Payne, Shelia; Ellis-Hill, Caroline. Num Pages: 180 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MMC; MQC; MQT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 270.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
178
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192631671
ISBN
9780192631671
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 121.29

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

€ 29.69

Hardback. Editor(s): Wattis, John; Curran, Stephen; Rogers, Melanie. Num Pages: 222 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, 20 black & white tables. BIC Classification: MBDC; MMC; MQD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 191. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
222
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781138739116
ISBN
9781138739116
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 170.26
€ 105.51

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

€ 50.99
€ 33.32

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

€ 34.51

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

€ 27.41

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

€ 46.77

Hardback. A resource on end-of-life care for healthcare practitioners who work with the terminally ill and their families. It addresses practice with people who have specific illnesses such as AIDS, bone marrow disease, and cancer and more. It also includes content on trauma and developmental issues for children, adults, and the aging who are dying. Editor(s): Berzoff, Joan; Silverman, Phyllis Rolfe. Series: End of Life Care: A Series. Num Pages: 928 pages, 6 tables, 4 figures illus. BIC Classification: MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 57. Weight in Grams: 1543.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
928
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231127943
ISBN
9780231127943
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 107.83
€ 82.11

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

€ 58.70

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

€ 90.51

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

€ 69.59

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

€ 44.34

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

€ 60.16
€ 55.22

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

€ 61.33

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

€ 100.06

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

€ 33.99
€ 30.65

Paperback. Offers a moving account of what is at stake in ongoing debates over the legalization of medical marijuana Num Pages: 272 pages, 17 illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 150 x 17. Weight in Grams: 372.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814716670
ISBN
9780814716670
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.59

paperback. The first comprehensive, clinically focused guide to help hospitalists and other hospital-based clinicians provide quality palliative care in the inpatient setting. Editor(s): Pantilat, Steven Z., MD; Anderson, Wendy; Gonzales, Matthew; Widera, Eric. Series Editor(s): Flanders, Scott A.; Saint, Sanjay. Series: Hospital Medicine: Current Concepts. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781118772577
ISBN
9781118772577
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 107.06

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

€ 55.27

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

€ 80.95

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