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Interdisciplinary Pediatric Palliative Care

Interdisciplinary Pediatric Palliative Care

Ferry, Nita

Hardcover

Medical Reference

ISBN13: 9798887402185
Publisher: American Medical Publishers
Published: Sep 26 2023
Pages: 252
Weight: 1.94
Height: 0.63 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Pediatric palliative care is referred to as a specialized medical care for those infants and children who are suffering from a serious disease. The main goal of palliative care is to relieve the symptoms and stress of the disease. The intention is to enhance the family's quality of life along with the child. It can be given in conjunction with curative treatment and is appropriate for patients of all ages and at any stage of disease. Pediatric palliative care is centered on the family and it facilitates the coordination and communication of care. It is focused on the need of the patient and not prognosis. Thus, it is important to start the palliative care for the child as soon as possible. It deals with serious diseases such as cancer, neurologic disorders, genetic disorders, heart and lung conditions, prematurity, etc. This book explores the interdisciplinary aspects of pediatric palliative care in the present day scenario. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of medicine as well as for experts.

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