Communicating Prognosis
Download or Read eBook Communicating Prognosis PDF written by Eelco F. M. Wijdicks and published by Core Principles of Acute Neuro. This book was released on 2014 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Eelco F. M. Wijdicks |
| Publisher | : Core Principles of Acute Neuro |
| Total Pages | : 145 |
| Release | : 2014 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780199928781 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0199928789 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (81 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Communicating Prognosis by : Eelco F. M. Wijdicks
Book excerpt: This text centres on practical discussions with family members of patients who suffered a neurocatastrophy. The book summarizes current data on outcome in acute neurologic conditions. It provides guidance in family conferences and how to best convey prognosis. Conflict resolution and how to proceed with palliative care is also discussed.
