Fundamentals of palliative care for student nurses
Rosser, Megan (ed)
Fundamentals of palliative care for student nurses [E-Book] - Chichester Wiley-Blackwell 2014
The development of palliative care -- Holistic care in palliative care -- Team working -- Legal principles in palliative care -- Ethical principles in palliative care -- Communication in palliative care -- Pain management and nursing care -- Management and nursing care of gastro-intestinal symptoms -- Management and nursing care of breathlessness and fatigue -- Management and nursing care of psychological symptoms -- Caring for the family -- Palliative care emergencies -- Nursing care at end of life -- Loss grief and bereavement -- Looking after yourself -- Professional support -- Learning from your practice through reflection"
Includes bibliographical references and index. Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses is a thorough yet accessible introduction and overview of a key area of the nursing programme. This textbook clearly explains the palliation of symptoms and the social context of death and dying. Engaging with the latest guidelines and curriculum, it highlights the practical and communicative skills required for induction programmes and continuing professional development. KEY FEATURES: A full-colour, student-friendly, introduction to the essentials of palliative, or end of life care A topical and timely subject area, explored clearly and concisely Full of interactive pedagogy and features, including quizzes, multiple choice questions, vignettes/case studies and activities Features a companion website with links to further reading, additional activities and resources, and self-testing interactive multiple choice questions Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses focuses on this area with expert knowledge and compassion, preparing students in order to help them provide the best possible care for their patients and their families.
1118437802
NURSING CARE
PALLIATIVE CARE, methods
TERMINAL CARE, methods
Fundamentals of palliative care for student nurses [E-Book] - Chichester Wiley-Blackwell 2014
The development of palliative care -- Holistic care in palliative care -- Team working -- Legal principles in palliative care -- Ethical principles in palliative care -- Communication in palliative care -- Pain management and nursing care -- Management and nursing care of gastro-intestinal symptoms -- Management and nursing care of breathlessness and fatigue -- Management and nursing care of psychological symptoms -- Caring for the family -- Palliative care emergencies -- Nursing care at end of life -- Loss grief and bereavement -- Looking after yourself -- Professional support -- Learning from your practice through reflection"
Includes bibliographical references and index. Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses is a thorough yet accessible introduction and overview of a key area of the nursing programme. This textbook clearly explains the palliation of symptoms and the social context of death and dying. Engaging with the latest guidelines and curriculum, it highlights the practical and communicative skills required for induction programmes and continuing professional development. KEY FEATURES: A full-colour, student-friendly, introduction to the essentials of palliative, or end of life care A topical and timely subject area, explored clearly and concisely Full of interactive pedagogy and features, including quizzes, multiple choice questions, vignettes/case studies and activities Features a companion website with links to further reading, additional activities and resources, and self-testing interactive multiple choice questions Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses focuses on this area with expert knowledge and compassion, preparing students in order to help them provide the best possible care for their patients and their families.
1118437802
NURSING CARE
PALLIATIVE CARE, methods
TERMINAL CARE, methods
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