The Medical Care of Terminally Ill Patients

by Robert E. Enck and Dr. Robert E. Enck MD

Book Overview

Since the publication of the first edition of The Medical Care of Terminally Ill Patients, the field of palliative care has progressed significantly, both socially and scientifically. In this new edition, Dr. Robert Enck reviews the results of clinical studies devoted to the care of dying patients. Special attention is given to pain management, management of symptoms, care of advanced cancer patients, and care of patients with nonmalignant...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801867665
• ISBN13: 9780801867668
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"