Psychosocial Consequences of Advanced Cancer
Psychosocial Consequences of Advanced Cancer James R. Zabora Matthew J. Loscalzo All psychosocial care is palliative in nature. Attention must be directed to the realities of one’s life within their…
The Family Meetings
The Family Meetings Lori L. Olson Sumi K. Misra Mohana B. Karlekar Sara F. Martin INTRODUCTION The goal of excellent palliative care is to collaboratively meet the needs of the…
Communication during Transitions of Care
Communication during Transitions of Care James A. Tulsky Robert M. Arnold Palliative care aims to improve quality of life for patients and families living with serious illness. Good communication is…
Cultural Issues
Cultural Issues James Hallenbeck People experience health and illness in cultural contexts. A better understanding of culture helps the clinician avoid certain common pitfalls, thereby improving the chances of good…
Epidemiology and Prognostication in Advanced Cancer
Epidemiology and Prognostication in Advanced Cancer Paul A. Glare Iwant to die at home, Paul Newman tells his family as he’s given ‘weeks to live.’” So read the headline in…
Substance-Abuse Issues in Palliative Care
Substance-Abuse Issues in Palliative Care Julie R. Hamrick Steven D. Passik Kenneth L. Kirsh INTRODUCTION Chemical dependency in patients with advanced illness poses complex clinical challenges. Particularly alarming is the…
Treating Depression at the End of Life
Treating Depression at the End of Life Donna B. Greenberg DEPRESSION Sadness is a natural emotion in the setting of illness and particularly grave illness. Sickness stands in the way…
Recognizing and Managing Delirium
Recognizing and Managing Delirium Scott A. Irwin Gary T. Buckholz Rosene D. Pirrello Jeremy M. Hirst Frank D. Ferris INTRODUCTION Delirium is an important medical diagnosis defined as an acute…
