1st Edition

Caring for the Dying at Home Companions on the Journey

By Keri Thomas Copyright 2004

    'This book effectively bridges the gap between dietitian doctor nurse and pharmacist and there is much in it to educate even the more experienced practitioner. I recommend the book highly and feel confident that well-thumbed and battered copies will soon be found on wards everywhere.' Alastair Forbes Chairman of the British Association of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition 'This book will help non-specialists to make appropriate choices regarding nutritional care for their patients. It should prove to be a valuable resource for all professions in many areas of practice.' Lynne Colagiovanni Chairman National Nurses Nutrition Group 'This is a much needed comprehensive clinical nutrition guide for busy healthcare professionals. It covers all aspects of nutritional care in a logical and systematic way and will aid clinicians in making reasoned judgements on the nutritional care that their patients require.' Vera Todorovic The Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Group of the British Dietetic Association 'This handbook will be an invaluable resource as it provides a concise practical guide covering all aspects of clinical nutrition both for adults and paediatric patients.' Rebecca White and Vicky Bradnam British Pharmaceutical Nutrition Group

    Palliative care at home. A modern way of dying. Living and dying at home. Needs-based care. Present knowledge and words of wisdom. Evidence-based care. Change in a changing world. Key features of palliative care in common cancers. Tripwires in palliative medicine. Bereavement. Additional resources. The Gold Standards Framework handbook for practices.

    Biography

    Keri Thomas General Practitioner with a Special Interest in Palliative Care Macmillan GP Advisor National Lead for Gold Standards Framework Programme National Clinical Lead Palliative Care NHS End of Life Care Programme