A Midwife through the Dying Process: Stories of Healing and Hard Choices at the End of Life
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Approximately two-thirds of deaths in the United States involve a doctor's partnership with an individual, whether it be for the administration of pain relief or sedation or for the act of... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0801855160
ISBN13:9780801855160
Release Date:October 1996
Publisher:The Johns Hopkins University Press
Length:256 Pages
Weight:1.14 lbs.
Dimensions:9.5" x 1.0" x 6.5"
Related Subjects
Administration & Policy Clinical Death Death & Grief Doctor-Patient Relations Ethics Euthanasia Hospice & Palliative Care Hospice Care Internal Medicine Medical Medical Books Medical Ethics Medicine Physician & Patient Politics & Social Sciences Reference Social Science Social Sciences SuicideCustomer Reviews
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
An outstanding collection of vignettes that can be read not only by those in the health care professions, but also by those who just have questions about how physicians and clients can communicate around sensitive issues. I have used it as a text for nursing students with great success and shared it with friends diagnosed with a serious illness. I strongly recommend it for anyone who is concerned about quality of life at the end of life
Excellent series of vignettes about compassion for the dying
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
Dr. Quill is best known for his infamous "Diane" who chose to end her life in a unorthodox way. Dr. Quill does not agree with physician assisted suicide, however, he does believe that compassion in dying and allowing one to make their own destiny in the face of uncontrollable pain will alleviate much suffering. The most common reason for suicide in those with medical conditions that are incurable are is they want to die in control and without pain. It is possible with the right medical care and if it results in hastening ones death...so be it. Dr. Kevorkian uses an unorthodox procedure that at times is barbaric. Dr. Quill is one who will help you and make you comfortable. He shares his experiences with several of his patients in a way that is humane and loving.
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