Introduction to Palliative Care

Written as an introductory text for health care professionals who care for patients and their families with palliative care needs, whatever the diagnosis, "Introduction to Palliative Care" instills a desire to deliver high quality palliative care for all. Taking an evidence based approach, the book begins with the philosophy of palliative care, followed by approaches to palliative care. The importance of communication skills are focused on throughout the text. Pain and symptom management are then explored, followed by ethical and quality of life issues, closing with end of life issues.