Communication in Palliative Care

Clear Practical Advice, Based on a Series of Real Case Studies
1. Auflage 2017
ISBN: 978-1-138-44726-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 160 Seiten, Format (B × H): 174 mm x 246 mm, Gewicht: 454 g

This book examines the fine art of communication — the pivotal aspect of being a palliative care expert that is so difficult to quantify and teach. It presents the unemotional, clear and accurate advice necessary for communicating with patients in a palliative care setting.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Dunphy, Janet

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizinische Fachgebiete Palliativmedizin

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction: A note from the author 2. Relationships 3. Being a professional 4. Assessment skills 5. Diagnosis 6. Treatment 7. The impact of serious illness 8. Confirmation of a poor prognosis 9. Key ethical issues in communication 10. The specifics of advance care planning 11. Breaking bad news within palliative care 12. The dying phase 13. Frequently asked questions 14. Looking after you 15. Conclusion

Über Autor(innen)

Janet Dunphy qualified as a nurse in 1980. She has spent 23 years working, studying and teaching as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in palliative care.