ABSTRACT

The second edition of this highly successful text has been greatly expanded and updated, and is now available in two companion volumes. Stepping into Palliative Care 2 focuses on symptom management, emergencies, bereavement and spirituality. This practical guide with numerous examples, illustrations and thorough references, includes boxes, tables, figures, self-assessment questions, points for reflection and case studies to aid comprehension. The clear layout and straightforward approach is ideal for all those working in community care, including nurses, nursing students, doctors and social workers, and those already involved to some extent in palliative care.

chapter 1|15 pages

Assessment in palliative care

chapter 2|24 pages

Introduction to pain management

chapter 3|37 pages

Symptom management: a framework

chapter 4|12 pages

Continuous subcutaneous infusion

chapter 5|14 pages

Mouth care

chapter 6|9 pages

Lymphoedema

chapter 7|18 pages

Wound care

chapter 9|9 pages

The last few days of life

chapter 10|13 pages

Terminal restlessness

chapter 11|11 pages

Breaking bad news

chapter 13|12 pages

Spirituality and palliative care

chapter 14|8 pages

Bereavement