A Good Life to the End: Taking control of our inevitable journey through ageing and death

Hillman, Ken

ISBN 10: 1760294810 / ISBN 13: 9781760294816

Published by Allen & Unwin, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Good Life to the End: Taking control of our inevitable journey through ageing and death
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1760294810
• ISBN 13: 9781760294816
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 410 grams

About this title

Synopsis

A vital guide to navigating aging and death with dignity.

Many people face the end of life in hospitals, often over-treated and without their wishes considered. Professor Ken Hillman, an intensive care specialist, challenges this status quo, advocating for gentler options that respect patients' final wishes.

A Good Life to the End empowers readers to:

• Understand the limitations of modern medicine in end-of-life care.
• Engage in honest conversations about aging, death, and dying.
• Advocate for compassionate and patient-centered care.
• Make informed choices about treatment options.

This book is an invaluable resource for the elderly, their families, and healthcare professionals seeking to improve the quality of end-of-life care and spark a debate about how we approach our inevitable journey.

About the Author

Ken Hillman is an intensive care specialist who is a Professor of Intensive Care at the University of New South Wales, the Foundation Director of The Simpson Centre for Health Services Research, and a member of the Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research. He is a pioneer in the introduction of the Medical Emergency Team. He is the author of Vital Signs.