Nursing support for families of dying patients /
Rosemary McIntyre.
- London : Whurr, 2002.
- xiv, 266 p. ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 243-255) and index.
1. Introduction.--2. Literature Review.--3. Theoretical Framework.--4. Approach and Methods--5. Phase 1 Findings .--6. The Intervention.--7. Phase 2 Findings: the relatives\' accounts--8. Phase 2 Findings:tThe Nurses\' accounts--9. Evaluation--10. Discussion. Conclusions and Recommendations
This study explores the needs of the relatives of terminally ill patients and the concerns of nurses who provide care in the hospital. The research data is used to design, implement and evaluate clinical standards for improved family support.
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Family nursing. Palliative treatment. Terminal care. Terminally ill--Family relationships Medical personnel-caregiver relationships. Caregivers--Services for Health and Wellbeing. Terminal care nursing