Intended Audience

This book is addressed to physicians and other health professionals involved in the assessment and care planning of patients at the end of life.

Focus and Approach

It brings a unique and humanistic view on the challenges of good practice in palliative care.

Content Highlights

Concepts and definitions, resources and therapeutic alternatives, as well as symptoms of distress in the physical, emotional, family, social and spiritual dimensions are discussed in a clear and practical way, demystifying and dissolving the barriers of this approach.