Evidence-based practice of palliative medicine

• Other Authors: Goldstein, Nathan E. (Editor), Morrison, R. Sean (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Elsevier/Saunders 2013
• Subjects: Palliative Care; Evidence-Based Medicine
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• Physical Description: xxi, 499 pages illustrations 28 cm.
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references
• ISBN: 9781437737967; 143773796X

Evidence-Based Practice of Palliative Medicine is the only book that uses a practical, question-and-answer approach to address evidence-based decision making in palliative medicine. Dr. Nathan E. Goldstein and Dr. R. Sean Morrison equip you to evaluate the available evidence alongside of current practice guidelines, so you can provide optimal care for patients and families who are dealing with serious illness. Confidently navigate clinical challenges with chapters that explore interventions, assessment techniques, treatment modalities, recommendations / guidelines, and available resources - all with a focus on patient and family-centered care. Build a context for best practices from high-quality evidence gathered by multiple leading authorities. Make informed decisions efficiently with treatment algorithms included throughout the book. Access the complete, fully searchable contents online at www.expertconsult.com.