Fast Facts for the Hospice Nurse, Second Edition: A Concise Guide to End-of-Life Care

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 quick-access 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 care’\u2019s enduring growth.This resource provides new content on levels of care, assessment and symptom management, and occupational stress, burnout, and self-care.New treatment guidelines and algorithms are included, as are updates on quality measures, the reimbursement schedule, compliance initiatives, and electronic documentation with specific examples.