Palliative and End-of-Life Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians

Edited by Kim K. Kuebler, Debra E. Heidrich, and Peg Esper, the 2nd edition of Palliative and End-of-Life Care provides healthcare professionals with the latest evidence-based guidelines and tools to deliver high-quality care to patients with life-limiting illnesses.

Comprehensive Coverage of Palliative and End-of-Life Care

This seminal text covers the entire disease trajectory, from diagnosis to death, offering in-depth discussions on the pathophysiology of 19 common symptoms, interventions for symptom management, and patient and family teaching strategies. The book is divided into four units, each focusing on a critical aspect of palliative and end-of-life care:

• General principles of palliative and end-of-life care
• Important concepts and advanced disease management
• Clinical practice guidelines for symptom management and patient care
• Psychosocial and spiritual aspects of care

New Chapters and Features

The 2nd edition includes new chapters on:

• Advance Care Planning: Strategies for Effective Communication
• Ethical Issues in Palliative and End-of-Life Care
• Spiritual Care Across Cultures: A Multidisciplinary Approach
• Pharmacology in Palliative Care: Optimizing Medication Management
• Sleep Disturbances in Palliative Care: Assessment and Intervention
• Nutrition and Hydration in Palliative Care: Evidence-Based Practice

A new appendix on Assessment Tools and Resources provides clinicians with a comprehensive guide to tools and resources for delivering high-quality palliative and end-of-life care.

Learning Aids and Case Studies

To facilitate learning and retention, each chapter includes case studies highlighting key concepts of compassionate care. These real-world scenarios help clinicians apply theoretical knowledge to complex patient scenarios.

With its comprehensive coverage, evidence-based approach, and practical learning aids, Palliative and End-of-Life Care, 2nd Edition is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes and provide compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses.