Fast Facts for the Hospice Nurse, Second Edition: A Concise Guide to End-Of-Life Care Contributor(s): Wright, Patricia Moyle (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0826164633 ISBN-13: 9780826164636 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $37.05 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Nursing - Oncology & Cancer - Medical | Nursing - Home & Community Care - Medical | Nursing - Medical & Surgical |
Dewey: 616.029 |
LCCN: 2020019765 |
Physical Information: 0.66" H x 5" W x 8" (0.69 lbs) 268 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Provides comprehensive, current information for addressing the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of hospice patients and their families Substantially updated and expanded, the second edition of this quick-access reference for hospice nurses continues to deliver the most current information on the clinical and administrative duties of the hospice nurse. It encompasses important regulatory changes and milestones, providing timely information on cultural issues, special communication considerations, and hospice care's enduring growth. This resource provides new content on levels of care, assessment and symptom management, and occupational stress, burnout, and self-care. New treatment guidelines and algorithms are included, as are updates on quality measures, the reimbursement schedule, compliance initiatives, and electronic documentation with specific examples. An indispensable clinical resource, the book is a valuable reference for nurses who are seeking to specialize in hospice, those who work in long-term care settings, post-acute care settings, acute care setting, and those who are seeking to enhance their knowledge of end-of-life care within other specialties.
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