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Book Detail
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Death and Dying Sourcebook
Jones, Keith, Ed.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780780808713 Category: ConsHlth: Death And Dying Publisher: Omnigraphic, Inc.
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Synopsis:
More than two million Americans die annually, some suddenly and others after long-term struggles with chronic disabilities or disease. Considering the dying process in advance lets people choose their end-of-life preferences, allowing them to remain in charge of their health care even after they are no longer able to make decisions. Death and Dying Sourcebook, 3rd Edition, provides information about end-of-life perspectives and the medical management of symptoms that can occur as death approaches. The book is organized in the broad subject areas detailed below. Part I: End-of-Life Perspectives begins with a description of the physiological process of dying. Cultural and spiritual concerns that impact end-of-life decisions are also discussed, and chronic illness in old age along with research findings about end-of-life care are described. Part II: Medical Management of End-of-Life Symptoms begins with an explanation on what is palliative care. Some of the common problems related to end-of-life care are discussed and is followed up with the treatments for pain, fatigue, and other symptoms during palliative care. It describes artificial hydration and nutrition, wound care, and cognitive disorders common at the end of life. Specific information for cancer and dementia patients is also included. Part III: Medical Decisions Surrounding the End of Life presents facts about life support choices, termination of treatments, organ and tissue donation, physician-assisted suicide, and autopsies. It also provides specific information for commonly experienced end- of-life issues related to Alzheimer disease, advanced cancer, and HIV/AIDS. Part IV: End-of-Life Care Facilities offers guidelines for evaluating care facilities and selecting options based on the needs of patients and caregivers. Hospice care, long-term care, home care, and other alternatives are described. Part V: End-of-Life Caregiving has practical information for caregivers about coor
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