Care of the Dying Child

Ann Goldman and her colleagues have cared for many dying children, so their insights are not mere theories. It is for the rest of us gratefully to apply them to paediatric practice. * British Medical Journal *
Communication is only one aspect of care addressed by this very readable book which, with little accessible literature on the subject, will be valuable not only to paediatricians and family doctors but also to all those with an interest in palliative care. The book is well-referenced and this will provide not only a valuable guide to this difficult area of medicine but also a useful source for further reading. * Palliative Medicine *
This pithy book fills a void in the literature on the practical care of the child living with chronic, ultimately termal illness and his family... Not only are impressively detailed demographics of these families given, but the daunting diversity of the children's conditions and families' circumstances are explored in reference to their impact on the provision of care... This book will provide critical information to any healthcare worker who wants to help children who are not expected to survive to adulthood, and their families. It is comprehensive, practical and easy to read. * Progress in Palliative Care *