Full Description
Cancer treatment has advanced remarkably, offering hope and
extending life for many. But with these advances, clinicians and policymakers
are increasingly faced with the complex and challenging questions surrounding
end-of-life care. How can we ensure the highest quality of life for patients
with relapsed disease? What does a well-informed dialogue on assisted dying
look like, and who should guide it?
For healthcare professionals, legislators, and the wider
public, navigating these choices requires the most current and accurate
information. The updated edition of a previous volume End of Life Choices
for Cancer Patients provides a crucial resource for this evolving
landscape.
Building on the 2020 edition, this book assembles a
multi-professional team of contributors-experts in oncology, palliative care,
law, and allied health professions. They offer a balanced, evidence-based
exploration of modern end-of-life care, focusing on patient needs,
international developments, and the far-reaching implications of legislative
change.
Inside, you will find:
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Updated information and insights reflecting
recent parliamentary considerations on Assisted Dying in the UK.
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An exploration of the multifaceted
responsibilities of healthcare professionals in guiding patients through
difficult end-of-life decisions.
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A clear distinction between the roles of medical
expertise and social opinion in shaping public policy on assisted dying, as
defined by a 2019 expert workshop.
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Context for legislative debates, equipping
professionals and the public with the facts needed for a balanced and informed
discussion.
This is more than a book; it is an essential tool for
professional colleagues, legislators, and concerned citizens alike, offering
clarity and support in one of the most challenging areas of modern medicine.
This guide will ensure your practice, your policies, and your understanding are
grounded in the latest evidence.
Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction And Public Opinion
Chapter 2. The Uk/British Isles Legal Debate
Chapter 3. Views Of UK Healthcare Professionals
Chapter 4 International Assisted Dying Laws And Practice:
Introduction, Europe and the USA
Chapter 5. International Assisted Dying Laws And Practice:
Canada
Chapter 6.
International Assisted Dying Laws And Practice: New Zealand and
Australia
Chapter 7. International Assisted Dying Laws And Practice:
Overview
Chapter 8. The Importance Of Cultural And Religious Issues
And The Views Of Disadvantaged and/or Disabled People
Chapter 9. What Do We Know About the Patients' and
Caregivers' Experience?
Chapter 10. Medical Jurisprudence
Chapter 11. Discussion
Chapter 12. Plain Language Summary
