The second edition of this highly successful text has been greatly expanded and updated, and is now available in two companion volumes

Assessment in palliative care. Introduction to pain management. Symptom management: a framework. Continuous subcutaneous infusion. Mouthcare. Lymphoedema. Wound care. Emergencies in palliative care. The last few days of life. Terminal restlessness. Breaking bad news. Hearing the pain of the carer. Spirituality and palliative care. Bereavement. Complementary therapies: a therapeutic model for palliative care. The special needs of the neurological patient.