The management of pain in older people / edited by Pat Schofield.
| Other author | Schofield, Pat (Patricia A.) |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Chichester, England ; Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, ©2007. |
| Description | xii, 213 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | The anatomy and physiology of pain -- Relating socio-economic issues to older people and pain : independence, dignity and choice -- 'Creaking joints, a bit of arthritis, and aches and pains' : older people's experiences and perceptions of pain -- Assessment of pain -- Communication and pain -- Acute on chronic pain -- Cancer pain in elderly people in palliative care settings -- Care homes and other settings -- Management of a pain by pharmacological intervention -- Complementary approaches -- Function and rehabilitation -- Future directions. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2006100400 |
| ISBN | 9780470033494 : |
| ISBN | 0470033495 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laupus | Books - Stacks | WL 704 M267 2007 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |