Supportive Care for the Renal Patient.2004 | Supportive Care for the Renal Patient

Supportive Care for the Renal Patient

Chambers, 2004

Overview

This book offers a comprehensive, evidence-based examination of supportive care for patients with kidney disease. International contributors highlight the spectrum of palliative care, from initial diagnosis to end-of-life considerations, including issues related to dialysis withdrawal. It addresses the psychological effects of the illness, the importance of patient involvement in care decisions, ethical dilemmas, and the roles of family and the multidisciplinary team.

Who it's for

• Patients with renal conditions
• Healthcare professionals in nephrology
• Individuals interested in palliative and end-of-life care

Key features

• Binding: Hardcover
• Pages: 296
• Year: 2004
• ISBN: 9780198516163
• Publisher: Oxford Academ