Abstract
This chapter contains sections titled: * Introduction * Learning outcomes * Definitions and terminology * The aims of palliative care * References
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Palliative Nursing |
| Subtitle of host publication | Across the Spectrum of Care |
| Editors | Elaine Stevens, Susan Jackson, Stuart Milligan |
| Publisher | Blackwell Publishing Ltd |
| Pages | 17-34 |
| Number of pages | 18 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781444322705 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781405169974 |
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| Publication status | Published - Apr 2009 |
Keywords
- The aims of palliative care, Provides relief from pain and other distressing symptoms, Affirms life and regards dying as a normal process, Intends neither to hasten nor postpone death, Integrates the psychological and spiritual aspects of patient care, Offers a support system to help patients live as actively as possible until death, Offers a support system to help the family cope during the patient's illness and in their own bereavement, Uses a team approach to address the needs of patients and their families, including bereavement counselling, if indicated, Will enhance quality of life, and may also positively influence the course of illness
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