Epilogue / Terry Altilio. Introduction : in plain sight / Terry Altilio, Meagan Lyon Leimena, and Bridget Sumser -- The convergence of social work practice : integrating health social work and specialist palliative care / Colleen M. Mulkerin -- Structure and processes of care / Anne Keleman and Regina Tosca -- Physical aspects of care / Terry Altilio and Meagan Lyon Leimena -- Psychological aspects of care / Christopher Onderdonk and Kathryn Thornberry -- Social aspects of care / Karra Bikson -- Spiritual, religious, and existential dimensions of care / Dana Ribiero-Miller, Melissa Stewart, and Bridget Sumser -- Cultural aspects of care / Yvette ColoĢn -- Care of patients and families at the end of life / Susan Conceicao and Ginny Swenson -- Legal and ethical aspects of care / Kathryn M. Smolinksi -- Special issues in children and older adults / Terry Altilio, Meagan Lyon Leimena, Bridget Sumser, Allie Shukraft, Martha Schermer, Mercedes Bern-Klug and Amy L. Lemke -- Epilogue / Terry Altilio.
Summary:
Accessible and instructive, Palliative Care guides and inspires health social workers to incorporate palliative care principles into their current clinical practice. Through the lenses of environmental theory and intersectionality, rich case narratives highlight opportunities for social workers to enhance their work, advancing whole-person care in the face of serious illness. Chapters include questions to concretize ideas and demonstrate real-world application, while case narratives cover a range of settings, diagnoses, and populations. This book is a useful tool for educators, learners, and practicing social workers working with individuals and families navigating complex health care systems. -- From back cvoer.
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