Author Description
The Oxford Handbook Of Palliative Care Covers All Aspects Of Palliative Care In A Concise And Succinct Format Suited To Busy Professionals Who Need To Access Key Information In Their Daily Care Of Patients. This New Edition Is Revised Throughout, With An Additional Emphasis On The Nursing Aspects Of Palliative Care. The Authors Have Included New Sections On International Palliative Care, Self Care And Liaison Palliative Care In Acute Hospitals. There Is Also Extended Material On The Use Of Antibiotics, Palliative Care Research And Quality Of Life Issues. The Second Edition Of The Oxford Handbook Of Palliative Care Continues To Be An Invaluable Resource For All Health Professionals Working With Adults, Children And Families With Palliative Care Needs.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This handbook addresses the clinical and practical requirements for providing comprehensive palliative care in diverse healthcare settings. The authors, a team of experienced medical professionals, synthesize current clinical guidelines and best practices into a portable reference format. The text serves as a structured framework for managing the complex physical, psychological, and social needs of patients facing life-limiting illnesses.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Clinical protocols for symptom management and end-of-life care
- Guidance on nursing interventions and multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Specialized sections on international palliative care and acute hospital liaison
- Expanded data on antibiotic usage and quality of life assessment tools
Scope Limits
- Does not provide exhaustive pharmacological monographs
- Does not replace localized institutional policies or regional legal requirements
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals frequently cite this handbook as a foundational, high-utility resource for daily clinical practice. Experts highlight the text for its concise organization and its ability to distill complex palliative care standards into actionable information for busy practitioners.
Page Count:
1088
Publication Date:
2009-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191024384
ISBN-13:
9780191024382
Healthcare
Palliative Care
Nursing
Medical
Reference
Clinical Medicine