Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses - Softcover

Über die Autorinnen und Autoren

Megan Rosser is Director for CPD/Non Professional Undergraduate Programmes at Swansea University. She is an established palliative care practitioner and educationalist, with previous oncology training and experience. She is experienced in the provision of palliative nursing care in primary and secondary health care settings.

Helen C. Walsh is Tutor in Nursing at Swansea University. This involves teaching and its associated activities for students on a range of levels from health care support workers, pre and post registration and Masters. The majority of her teaching relates to palliative care and its associated subjects.

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Fundamentals of Palliative Care for Student Nurses is a thorough yet accessible introduction and overview of a key area of the nursing programme. This textbook clearly explains the palliation of symptoms and the social context of death and dying. Engaging with the latest guidelines and curriculum, it highlights the practical and communication skills required for pre-registration programmes and continuing professional development.

Key Features:

&; A full-colour, student-friendly introduction to the essentials of palliative and end of life care

&; A topical and timely subject area, explored clearly and concisely

&; Interactive pedagogy and features, including quizzes, multiple choice questions, vignette/case studies and activities

&; Companion website with links to further reading, additional activities and resources, and self-testing interactive multiple choice questions

Fundamental of Palliative Care for Student Nurses focuses on this area with expert knowledge and compassion, preparing students in order to help them provide the best possible care for their patients and their families.