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Fast Facts For The Hospice Nurse, Second Edition: A Concise Guide To Endoflife Care
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Provides Comprehensive, Current Information For Addressing The Physical, Psychological, And Spiritual Needs Of Hospice Patients And Their Familiessubstantially Updated And Expanded, The Second Edition Of This Quickaccess Reference For Hospice Nurses Continues To Deliver The Most Current Information On The Clinical And Administrative Duties Of The Hospice Nurse. It Encompasses Important Regulatory Changes And Milestones, Providing Timely Information On Cultural Issues, Special Communication Considerations, And Hospice Cares Enduring Growth.This Resource Provides New Content On Levels Of Care, Assessment And Symptom Management, And Occupational Stress, Burnout, And Selfcare. New Treatment Guidelines And Algorithms Are Included, As Are Updates On Quality Measures, The Reimbursement Schedule, Compliance Initiatives, And Electronic Documentation With Specific Examples.An Indispensable Clinical Resource, The Book Is A Valuable Reference For Nurses Who Are Seeking To Specialize In Hospice, Those Who Work In Longterm Care Settings, Postacute Care Settings, Acute Care Setting, And Those Who Are Seeking To Enhance Their Knowledge Of Endoflife Care Within Other Specialties. New To The Second Edition: Includes New Regulatory Changes/Milestones, Such As The National Quality Forum New Priorities For Action 2019 Provides Updated Information About Levels Of Care, Particularly The Last 7 Days Rule From Medicare Covers The Use Of Cannabis, Nonpharmacological Pain Management Interventions, Care Of The Dying Patient, And Postmortem Care New Chapters Are Included On The Hospice Nurse'S Role As Case Manager, Patient Discharge, Religious And Cultural Influences On Endoflife Care, Pain Assessment And Interventions, Wound Care, Care Of The Dying Patient, And Postmortem Care. Key Features: Reflects Key Competencies For The Hospice Nurse As Designated By The Hospice And Palliative Nurses Association Delineates Clinical And Administrative Responsibilities Of The Hospice Nurse Simplifies Complex Information Such As Medicare Regulations And Compliance Provides Screening Tools For Depression, Anxiety, And Wound Risk Includes The Palliative Performance Scale And The Karnofsky Performance Scale Serves As A Concise Study Resource For Certification
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fast Facts for the Hospice Nurse, Second Edition'? A: The book provides comprehensive, current information on addressing the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of hospice patients and their families.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Patricia Moyle Wright, who holds a PhD, MBA, MSN, CRNP, ACNS-BC, CHPN, CNE, and FPCN.
- Q: What are some key updates in the second edition? A: The second edition includes new regulatory changes, treatment guidelines, and content on levels of care, symptom management, and self-care for hospice nurses.
- Q: Is this book suitable for new hospice nurses? A: Yes, it serves as an indispensable clinical resource for both new hospice nurses and those looking to enhance their knowledge of end-of-life care.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 268 pages.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Are there any specific tools included in the book for hospice nurses? A: Yes, it includes screening tools for depression, anxiety, and wound risk, as well as performance scales like the Palliative Performance Scale.
- Q: When was 'Fast Facts for the Hospice Nurse, Second Edition' published? A: The book was published on September 14, 2020.
- Q: What professional competencies does this book reflect? A: It reflects key competencies for hospice nurses as designated by the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association.
- Q: Does the book cover cultural considerations in end-of-life care? A: Yes, it provides information on religious and cultural influences on end-of-life care.