Before and After Radical Prostate Surgery is a research-based, comprehensive, and comprehensible resource on prostate surgery in Canada. Aimed at men with concerns about prostate surgery and their partners, this invaluable guide includes chapters on preparing for prostate surgery, the surgery itself, recovery in hospital and at home, a list of recommended resources, and special sections to record personal notes and important contact information.
Vorwort
A research-based, comprehensive, and comprehensible resource on prostate surgery in Canada.
Autorentext
Virginia Vandall-Walker is an assistant professor in the Centre for Nursing and Health Studies, Athabasca University, and adjunct assistant professor in the Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta. Her research interests include patient education about prostate surgery; family nursing in critical care; nursing support theory development; and end-of-life family caregiving.
Zusammenfassung
Before and After Radical Prostate Surgery is a research-based, comprehensive, and comprehensible resource on prostate surgery in Canada. Aimed at men with concerns about prostate surgery and their partners, this invaluable guide includes chapters on preparing for prostate surgery, the surgery itself, recovery in hospital and at home, a list of recommended resources, and special sections to record personal notes and important contact information.
Inhalt
Introduction Acknowledgements Before Surgery, At Home Before Surgery, In Hospital The Surgery After Surgery, In Hospital After Surgery, At Home Closing Words Resources Your Notes Important Telephone Numbers