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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
€ 51.99€ 33.28
€ 51.99
€ 33.28
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
€ 44.99€ 44.26
€ 44.99
€ 44.26
Hardcover. Contains the practical information health care professionals need to provide optimal end-of-life care. This book presents a multidimensional, holistic approach to assessment and management of the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Num Pages: 348 pages, 11. BIC Classification: MBP; MMC; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 186 x 25. Weight in Grams: 848.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Lippincott Williams and Wilkins United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780781763431
- ISBN
- 9780781763431
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.57
€ 119.57
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
€ 109.32€ 82.11
€ 109.32
€ 82.11
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€ 30.74
€ 33.99
€ 30.74
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
€ 97.47
€ 97.47
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
€ 172.61€ 105.30
€ 172.61
€ 105.30
Paperback. This handbook offers a practical, thorough approach to the clinical practice of palliative care. Adding North American authors to its roster of UK contributors, the third edition of this award-winning book addresses important changes in the evidence base of palliative care, as well as an emphasis on end-of-life community-based care. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 192 x 20. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118065594
- ISBN
- 9781118065594
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.93
€ 74.93
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
€ 82.03
€ 82.03
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
€ 47.37
€ 47.37
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
€ 100.05
€ 100.05
Textbook of Interdisciplinary Pediatric Palliative Care: Expert Consul...
Wolfe Md Mph, Joanne, Hinds Rn Phd Faan, P...
Hardcover. Intends to inform interdisciplinary teams about palliative care of children with life-threatening illness. This title addresses domains such as language and communication, symptoms and quality of life, and the spectrum of life-threatening illnesses. It shows how a collaborative, interdisciplinary care strategy benefits patients and their families. Num Pages: 512 pages, Approx. 101 illustrations (94 in full color). BIC Classification: MJW; MMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 284 x 218 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1456. Expert Consult Premium Edition: Enhanced Online Features and Print. Expert Consult Premium Edition: Enhanced Online Features and Print. 512 pages, Approx. 101 illustrations (94 in full color). Intends to inform interdisciplinary teams about palliative care of children with life-threatening illness. This title addresses domains such as language and communication, symptoms and quality of life, and the spectrum of life-threatening illnesses. It shows how a collaborative, interdisciplinary care strategy benefits patients and their families. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: MJW; MMC. Dimension: 284 x 218 x 26. Weight: 1478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Saunders
- Edition
- 1 Har/Psc
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781437702620
- ISBN
- 9781437702620
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.91
€ 130.91
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
€ 29.99€ 29.66
€ 29.99
€ 29.66
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
€ 69.58
€ 69.58
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
€ 56.36
€ 56.36
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
€ 27.36
€ 27.36
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
€ 61.33
Paperback. F. Visser Editor(s): Quill, Timothy E.; Battin, Margaret P. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801880704
- ISBN
- 9780801880704
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.15
€ 44.15
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
€ 121.04
€ 121.04
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
€ 92.68
€ 92.68
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
€ 107.05
€ 107.05
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
€ 34.48
€ 34.48
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
€ 60.99€ 55.22
€ 60.99
€ 55.22
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
€ 48.09
€ 48.09