Book Description

This introductory guide released in March 2010, has been extensively updated and is perfect for all members of the palliative care team who care for patients with serious or life-threatening conditions in hospices and other settings. Chapters focus on pain management; dyspnea; gastrointestinal symptoms; delirium, depression and anxiety, fatigue, and spirituality; goal-setting, prognostication, and self-care; last resort options; and care during the last hours of life.