Full Description
An on-the-go reference for hospice nurses and those interested in end-of-life care, this practical guide covers the essential elements in the compassionate and holistic care of terminally ill patients and their families. Nurses care for patients facing end-of-life issues in every practice specialty and, as the U.S. population continues to age, the need for proficiency in end-of-life skills will become increasingly important. Fast Facts for the Hospice Nurse: A Concise Guide to End-of-Life Care is an invaluable resource that provides emotional, administrative, and palliative support, whether in a hospice, long-term care facility, or acute care setting. This vital go-to text clearly and concisely lays out not only how to care for patients facing end-of-life issues, but also how to engage in self-care and cope with occupational stress.
Beginning with an overview of hospice care, including its history and philosophy, this book offers a timeline of the growth of the hospice movement in the United States. Subsequent sections include up-to-date information on the clinical responsibilities of the hospice nurse in addressing the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of terminally ill patients and their families in a culturally sensitive way. This book also outlines the administrative duties of the hospice nurse, including hospice documentation, a review of hospice regulations, and quality management. The closing section focuses on occupational stress in hospice nursing and how to engage in self-care. This text can serve as a useful clinical resource and also as a reference for nurses seeking hospice certification from the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center.
Key Features
Organized within the context of the scope and standards of practice of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association.
Addresses key points about issues unique to hospice nursing and highlights evidence-based interventions
Addresses important Medicare regulations and reimbursement
Offers numerous clinical resources to assist with hospice nursing practice
Serves as a concise study resource for hospice nursing certification
Contents
Contents
Foreword Betty Ferrell, PhD, MA, RN, FAAN, FPCN, CHNP
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I OVERVIEW OF HOSPICE
1. The Difference Between Hospice and Palliative Care
2. History and Evolution of Hospice in the United States
3. Hospice Philosophy and the Role of the Nurse
4. The Hospice Nurse as a Member of the Interdisciplinary Team
Part II THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF HOSPICE NURSING
5. Establishing Goals of Care
6. Establishing Hospice Eligibility
7. Hospice Basics: Admission and Ongoing Care
8. Levels of Care
Part III END-OF-LIFE CARE FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES
9. Recognizing Existential Suffering and Spiritual Needs and Providing Appropriate Support
10. Nursing Considerations for Cultural Variations at the End of Life
11. Assessing and Responding to Physical Changes and Symptoms at the End of Life
12. Supporting Family Members and Caregivers
13. Understanding Grief and Bereavement
Part IV ENSURING QUALITY CARE IN HOSPICE
14. Defining Quality in Hospice
15. Monitoring Quality
16. Ensuring Compliance With Hospice Regulations
17. Electronic Documentation in Hospice
Part V OCCUPATIONAL STRESS IN HOSPICE NURSING
18. Sources of Occupational Stress
19. Consequences of Occupational Stress
20. Addressing Occupational Stress
21. Self-Care 101
Appendix
Index
