Stepping into Palliative Care
v. 1
1st Edition
Published on 30. May 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
136 pages
978-1-85775-793-4 (ISBN)
Description
This work provides practical help for candidates for the new format Part One MRCPsych examination which will be applicable from Autumn 2001. The book sets out five complete mock examination papers (1000 questions) which reflect the balance of late 20th-century topics covered in this examination. A reference list of the main texts used in preparing these questions is included as well as advice about methods of study. As an aid to studying for the MCQs, this is a useful book for candidates preparing for the examination.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Weight
499 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85775-793-4 (9781857757934)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Macmillan Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care
Content
Learning to learn in palliative care. What is palliative care? The cancer journey. The experience of illness. The psychological impact of serious illness. Hope and coping strategies. The therapeutic relationship. Gold standards framework: a programme for community palliative care. Integrated care pathways. Understanding the needs of the palliative care team. The value of teamwork. Stress issues in palliative care. Communication: the essence of good practice, management and leadership. Ethical dilemmas. Transcultural and ethnic issues at the end of life. Sexuality in palliative care.