Clinical Assessment of Human Suffering: Planning Care in the End of Life

Arantes, Ana Claudia de Lima Quintana

This book is addressed to physicians and other health professionals involved in the assessment and care planning of patients at the end of life. It brings a unique and humanistic view on the challenges of good practice in palliative care. Concepts and definitions, resources and therapeutic alternatives, as well as symptoms of distress in the physical, emotional, family, social and spiritual dimensions are discussed in a clear and practical way, demystifying and dissolving the barriers of this approach.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2020-12-11

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783030575335

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-57535-9

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 97