Palliative Care for Respiratory Symptoms: A Comprehensive Guide

By Margaret L. Campbell, a renowned expert in the field, “What Do I Do Now: Respiratory Symptoms” is a groundbreaking book that pioneers a palliative care approach to addressing respiratory symptoms throughout a patient’s illness journey.

The Challenge of Dyspnea: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Dyspnea, or breathlessness, is one of the most distressing symptoms patients face, and yet, it remains one of the most difficult to treat. The evidence-base for dyspnea lags behind that of other prevalent symptoms like pain and nausea. This volume bridges this gap by bringing together leading expertise from nursing, chaplaincy, social work, and psychology to tackle dyspnea from a palliative care perspective.

A Comprehensive Resource for Healthcare Professionals

Covering patients across the lifespan – from pediatric to geriatric – each chapter begins with a compelling case study, providing context for the practical clinical content that follows. This comprehensive resource is designed to support healthcare professionals in providing high-quality palliative care to patients experiencing respiratory symptoms.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: April 25, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 176
• ISBN-10: 0190098899
• ISBN-13: 978-0190098896