Care of the Dying Child

ISBN-13: 9780192619839 / Angielski / Miękka / 1994 / 224 str.

Anne Ed. Goldman; Ann Goldman

Opis

Death in childhood is uncommon but for those families who have to confront the situation the burden is great. The stress and anxiety for health care workers is also considerable. This book considers the medical, psycho-social and practical issues involved in caring for children dying from chronic disease. It is directed towards pediatricians, family doctors and other professionals who may be involved in caring for terminally ill children and their families, whether at home or in hospital.

Recenzje

This pithy book fills a void in the literature on the practical care of the child living with chronic, ultimately termal illness and his family... Not only are impressively detailed demographics of these families given, but the daunting diversity of the children's conditions and families' circumstances are explored in reference to their impact on the provision of care... This book will provide critical information to any healthcare worker who wants to help children who are not expected to survive to adulthood, and their families. It is comprehensive, practical and easy to read.