Written by a team of international experts—and applicable to care in the US and Canada—this comprehensive handbook provides needed information on nutrition and diet, including nutrition support, to care for terminal patients and others needing palliative care. It covers physical, cultural, and ethical aspects relevant for novices, educators, and experts alike, recognizing the patient as part of a family unit. The book provides practical methods, case studies, techniques, and guidelines related to palliative care, as well as a directory of resources, organizations, journals, books, and other online sources.
Praise from ASPEN’s Publications Review Committee:
Palliative care is an area that deserves more attention in education and training. In a survey of 517 critical care RNs polled by TriHealth (Cincinnati, OH), 38% reported no palliative care education in the previous 2 years. This book offers a solid reference of palliative-related topics for those caring for pediatric and adult oncology patients and terminally ill patients, including patients in hospice. A unique feature is the coverage of cultural beliefs related to nutrition, hydration, and end-of-life issues.
Editor:
Victor R. Preedy, BSc, PhD, DSc, FRSB, FRSPH, FRCPath, FRSC
Publisher: CRC Press/Taylor & Francis Group │ ISBN: 978-0-3677-2716-1 │ Copyright: 2019 │ Pages: 428 │ Format: Hardcover
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