This book takes a case-based palliative care approach to discuss common and important topics in the investigation, investigation and treatment of children with serious illness. Each chapter includes a discussion of the diagnosis, key points to remember and selected references for further reading. The book covers a wide range of topics, including goals of care, symptom management, care of neonatal and adolescent populations, and the emotional, social, cultural and spiritual needs of sick children and their families. Written by authors from a variety of disciplines including nursing, pastoral care, social work and psychology, this book is intended for paediatricians, palliative care and hospice workers, nurses and allied health professionals . The entry is an engaging collection of thought-provoking cases that clinicians can use when encountering difficult patients.
