Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care for Physician Associates Specialty Review
by Nadya Dimitrov, Rebekah Halpern
1st Edition
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780197794241 |
| eText ISBN | 9780197794258 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Publishing Year | 2025 |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 180 |
Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care for Physician Associates Specialty Review, 1st Edition, is a clinical review book that provides practice for the Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care. Published by Oxford University Press, it supports clinicians managing complex conditions.
The book focuses on key dimensions of patient care, including the foundational aspects of serious illness, the management of distress, and transitions at the end of life. Discussions explore collaborative practice, symptom relief strategies, and support during bereavement.
A total of 215 multiple-choice questions feature clinical case scenarios paired with detailed rationales for correct and incorrect responses. While designed for physician associates preparing for credentialing examinations, the material also serves as a professional resource for physicians and allied health clinicians.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Quality, and Professionalism
Chapter 2: Ethical and Legal Aspects of Care
Chapter 3: Advance Care Planning
Chapter 4: Natural History of Serious and Complex Illness
Chapter 5: Assessment and Management of Pain
Chapter 6: Management of Non-Pain Symptoms
Chapter 7: Management of Palliative Care Emergencies and Refractory Symptoms
Chapter 8: Additional Management Strategies
Chapter 9: Medication Management
Chapter 10: Death and the Death Event
Chapter 11: Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
Chapter 12: Hospice Essentials
Chapter 13: Communication Essentials
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