1. Edition - September 2008
51.90 Euro
2008. 360 Pages, Softcover
ISBN-10: 1-4051-5997-9
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-5997-5 - John Wiley & Sons








Short description
Rehabilitation in Cancer Care is an essential clinical resource for all Allied Health Professionals working within or entering this specialist area. It provides practical guidance for the rehabilitation of people with cancer or those receiving palliative care. As well as explaining the key skills required at every stage of the cancer journey, the book specifically offers advice on diagnosis, treatment, management, and effective interventions. Furthermore, the role of each member of the interdisciplinary team is clearly explained at each stage, as is the importance of team work and holistic care.

From the contents
Section 1: Introduction to Oncology and Palliative Care.

Ch 1. Introduction to Oncology and Palliative Care.

Ch 2. The Role of Rehabilitation in Oncology and Palliative Care.

Section 2: The Multi-professional Management of Specific Tumour Types.

Ch 3. Breast Cancer and Associated Conditions.

Ch 4. Lung Cancer and Associated Conditions.

Ch 5. Neurological Tumours and Associated Conditions.

Ch 6. Haematological Conditions.

Ch 7. Head and Neck Cancer and Associated Conditions.

Ch 8. Musculo-skeletal Tumours and Associated Conditions.

Ch 9. Gastro-intestinal Tumours.

Ch 10. Genito-urinary Tumours.

Section 3: Symptom Management.

Ch 11. Lymphoedema Management.

Ch 12. Cancer Related Fatigue Management.

Ch 13. Pain Management.

Ch 14. Dyspnoea/Breathlessness Management.

Ch 15. Maintaining Mental Health.

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