Advanced Dementia: A Guide for Families

Mitchell MD, Susan L.; Catic MD, Angela G.; Givens MD, Jane L.; Knopp APRN, Julie; Moran DO, Julie A.

ISBN 10: 1503204375 / ISBN 13: 9781503204379

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Advanced Dementia: A Guide for Families
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1503204375
• ISBN 13: 9781503204379
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

This guide serves as a valuable resource for families and individuals responsible for making difficult health care decisions for persons with advanced dementia. Created by a team of leading geriatricians, palliative care specialists and researchers at the Institute for Aging Research and Beth Israel Medical Center in Boston, this book uses a question and answer format to guide decision-making around such issues as: the use of feeding tubes; treatment options for infections; hospitalizations; and the use of palliative care or hospice services. The impact of advanced dementia on caregivers and families is also discussed. A handy glossary of terms and a compendium of resources are included.