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A Practical Guide To End Of Life Care, 1ed

The way people are cared for in their final days and hours lives on in the memory of families for years. I know this as families often remind me years after a loved one has died of a detail of care, such as the way someone was washed, or how some ice cream was tenderly given on a teaspoon.

The tone of care, i.e. how care is given, rather than what is done, is crucial to the dignity of those we support. The question has often been asked whether compassion can be taught. I believe care is about kindness and respect for the person and their body rather than simply a set of skills or a particular personality. It is also about confidence and this wise and practical book will give you the confidence and guidance to say and do the right thing and to understand the patient and family journey.

Care is also about teamwork in this day and age – family carers and healthcare support workers sharing the care with specialists, to support people at home, in care homes, in hospital and in hospices. To really feel part of this team, a deeper understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of the dying process will make your contribution so much more valuable.

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Contents

۱ Introduction: thinking about dying: setting the scene
۲ What does end of life mean?
۳ Where are people cared for and who is involved?
۴ How can we communicate with people about dying?
۵ What are the common physical symptoms at the end of life and how can we help?
۶ What are the common non-physical symptoms and concerns at the end of life and how can we help?
۷ How can we help families?
۸ How do people’s beliefs, values and attitudes influence their dying?
۹ How to care for someone in the last hours of their life
۱۰ What to do when someone dies and what to do afterwards
۱۱ How can we look after ourselves?
۱۲ Frequently asked questions