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Dying in America : improving and honoring individual preferences near the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21696
Committee on Approaching Death: Addressing Key End of Life Issues, Institute of Medicine (U.S.). Washington, DC: National Academies Press , 2014.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
Committee on Approaching Death: Addressing Key End of Life Issues
Institute of Medicine (U.S.)
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
National Academies Press
Publication Date
2014
Subjects
Terminal Care
Advance Care Planning
Attitude to Death
Quality of Life
Quality of Health Care
Patient-Centered Care
Professional-Patient Relations
ISBN
9780309311748
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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http://www.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=18748
http://www.iom.edu/Reports/2014/Dying-In-America-Improving-Quality-and-Honoring-Individual-Preferences-Near-the-End-of-Life.aspx
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Crossing over : narratives of palliative care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14681
New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 C951 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Editor
Barnard, David
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminal Care
Terminally Ill - psychology
Attitude to Death
Family Relations
Truth Disclosure
ISBN
01955123433
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB310 C951 2000

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Physician's guide to coping with death and dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18099
Swanson, Jan, Cooper, Alan. Montreal: McGill-Queen’s University Press , 2005.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 S972p 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Swanson, Jan
Cooper, Alan
Place of Publication
Montreal
Publisher
McGill-Queen’s University Press
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
xi, 286 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminal Care - psychology
Physicians - psychology
Physician-Patient Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
ISBN
9780773528321
0773528326
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB310 S972p 2005

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Mastering communication with seriously ill patients : balancing honesty with empathy and hope

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18373
Back, Anthony, Arnold, Robert, Tulsky, James. New York, NY: Cambridge University Press , 2009.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W62 M423b 2009
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
Taking your skills to the next level; Getting a good start; Talking about serious news; Discussing evidence for making treatment decisions; Discussing prognosis; Between the big events; Conducting a family conference; Dealing with conflicts; Transitions to end-of-life care; Talking about dying; Cul…
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Author
Back, Anthony
Arnold, Robert
Tulsky, James
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
x, 158 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Physician-Patient Relations
Counseling - methods
Communication
Professional-Family Relations
Attitude to Death
Abstract
Taking your skills to the next level
Getting a good start
Talking about serious news
Discussing evidence for making treatment decisions
Discussing prognosis
Between the big events
Conducting a family conference
Dealing with conflicts
Transitions to end-of-life care
Talking about dying
Cultivating your skills
ISBN
9780521706186
0521706181
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Abbotsford Library
Internet
Call Number
W62 M423b 2009
Website Notes
This R2 title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
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https://login.bccancer.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www.R2Library.com/marc_frame.aspx?ResourceID=1616

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Grief in children : a handbook for adults

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18101
Dyregov, Atle. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2008. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 D998 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Dyregov, Atle
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
207 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Infant
Child
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Professional-Patient Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781843106128
1843106124
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 D998 2008

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Final gifts : understanding the special awareness, needs and communications of the dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8540
Callanan, Maggie, Kelley, Patricia. [Toronto, ON]: Bantam Books , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 C156 1992
Availability
10 copies, 10 available
Written by two hospice nurses. Helps families understand and communicate with terminally ill patients.
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Author
Callanan, Maggie
Kelley, Patricia
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Death
Attitude to Death
Terminal Care - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
Written by two hospice nurses. Helps families understand and communicate with terminally ill patients.
ISBN
9781451667257
9780553378764
0553378767
0553561391
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 C156 1992

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Embracing the end of life : help for those who accompany the dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123549
O'Rourke, Michelle, Dufour, Eugene. [Toronto, ON]: Novalis , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 O74 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
...offers practical tools and guidance for caregivers, from health care professionals to family members. Drawing on inspiring true stories and their own professional expertise, the authors explore key issues including loss, suffering, spiritual care, dying well, caring well, and grieving. Reflectio…
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Author
O'Rourke, Michelle
Dufour, Eugene
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Novalis
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
190 p. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Caregivers
Terminally Ill - psychology
Terminal Care
Attitude to Death
Advance Care Planning
Family Relations - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
...offers practical tools and guidance for caregivers, from health care professionals to family members. Drawing on inspiring true stories and their own professional expertise, the authors explore key issues including loss, suffering, spiritual care, dying well, caring well, and grieving. Reflection questions invite readers to examine their own beliefs around death and dying to better support those in their care.-- Back cover
ISBN
9782896463961
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 O74 2012
Website Notes
.

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What dying people want : practical wisdom for the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9786
Kuhl, David. New York, NY: PublicAffairs , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2002
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Author
Kuhl, David
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
xxix, 317 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Death - psychology
Terminal Care
Family Relations
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Popular Work
Notes
Branch copies may vary in ISBN and pagination.
ISBN
1586481193 (pbk.)
0385658834
9780385658843
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2002

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Jane Brody's guide to the great beyond : a practical primer to help you and your loved ones prepare medically, legally, and emotionally for the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114751
Brody, Jane E. New York, NY: Random House , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
W85.5 B864 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Guide to the great beyond
Author
Brody, Jane E.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Random House
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xxiv, 287 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Advance Directives
Advance Care Planning
Caregivers
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Bereavement
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781400066544
1400066549
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
W85.5 B864 2009

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Facing death, embracing life : understanding what dying people want

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120741
Kuhl, David. [Toronto, ON]: Doubleday Canada , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Kuhl, David
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Doubleday Canada
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
330 p. ; 22 cm ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Advance Care Planning
Family Relations
Interpersonal Communication
Popular Work
ISBN
0385660669
9780385660662
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2006

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Needs of the dying : a guide for bringing hope, comfort, and love to life's final chapter

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113577
Kessler, David. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers , 2007. 10th anniversary ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 K42 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Kessler, David
Edition
10th anniversary ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xxi, 224 p. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Terminal Care
Attitude to Death
Adaptation, Psychological
Family Relations
Popular Work
Notes
Previously published as Rights of the dying
ISBN
9780061137594
0061137596
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 K42 2007

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Transitions in dying and bereavement : a psychosocial guide for hospice and palliative care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121125
Thompson, Marney, Wainwright, Wendy. Baltimore, MD: Health Professions Press, Inc. , 2017. 2nd ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB210 V642 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Contents:; Establishing the framework : integration of psychosocial and hospice palliative care perspective : social work and counseling competencies in hospice palliative care -- Beginning the journey : early diagnosis and treatment perspective : psychosocial assessment -- The path not chosen : re…
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Author
Thompson, Marney
Wainwright, Wendy
Corporate Author
Victoria Hospice Society
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Health Professions Press, Inc.
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xxii, 350 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Hospice Care - psychology
Palliative Care - psychology
Terminal Care - psychology
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Grief
Abstract
Contents:
Establishing the framework : integration of psychosocial and hospice palliative care perspective : social work and counseling competencies in hospice palliative care -- Beginning the journey : early diagnosis and treatment perspective : psychosocial assessment -- The path not chosen : recurrence and chronic illness perspective: cultural competency -- Entering the unknown : the shift toward hospice palliative care perspective : intimacy and sexuality -- The long and winding road : illness predominates perspective : dying children and youth -- Watching and waiting : as death approaches perspective : suffering and despair -- The parting of the ways : time of death perspective : support for the hospice palliative care team -- Walking the edges : when a death occurs perspective: working with thoughts and emotions -- Entering the depths : adjusting to loss perspective: grief : it?s complicated -- Reconnecting with the world : mending the heart.
Notes
Preceded by Transitions in dying and bereavement : a psychosocial guide for hospice and palliative care / by Victoria Hospice Society and Moira Cairns, Marney Thompson, Wendy Wainwright. 2003.
ISBN
9780969504191
0969504195
9781938870651
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
WB210 V642 2017

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Life and death decisions : psychological and ethical considerations in end-of-life care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10795
Kleespies, Phillip M. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 K63 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Kleespies, Phillip M
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2004
Subjects
Terminal Care - ethics
Terminal Care - psychology
Terminal Care - legislation & jurisprudence
Right to Die
Euthanasia
Suicide, Assisted
Advance Care Planning
Attitude to Death
ISBN
1591470676
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB310 K63 2004

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Parting : a handbook for spiritual care near the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120718
Holder, Jennifer Sutton, Aldredge-Clanton, Jann. Markham, ON: Fitzhenry & Whiteside , [2008].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 H727 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Holder, Jennifer Sutton
Aldredge-Clanton, Jann
Place of Publication
Markham, ON
Publisher
Fitzhenry & Whiteside
Publication Date
[2008]
Physical Description
xv, 64 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Spirituality
Terminal Care
Terminally Ill
Adaptation, Psychological
Pastoral Care
Caregivers - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9781554550876
1554550874
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 H727 2008

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Quality of death : ranking end-of-life care across the world : a report from the Economist Intelligence Unit

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19228
Economist Intelligence Unit, LIEN Foundation. London, UK: Economist Intelligence Unit , 2010.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 Q1 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  3 read online  
Corporate Author
Economist Intelligence Unit
LIEN Foundation
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Economist Intelligence Unit
Publication Date
2010
Subjects
Terminal Care - statistics & numerical data
Terminal Care - economics
Attitude to Death
Advance Care Planning
Quality indicators, Health care
Terminal Care - standards
Evaluation Studies
Health Status Indicators
World Health
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WB310 Q1 2010
Website Notes
2nd URL leads to this report and more information on the Quality of Death Index.
Read Online
http://graphics.eiu.com/upload/QOD_main_final_edition_Jul12_toprint.pdf
http://www.eiu.com/sponsor/lienfoundation/qualityofdeath
http://www.lifebeforedeath.com/qualityofdeath/highlights.shtml

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Caring for the dying: the doula approach to a meaningful death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120954
Fersko-Weiss, Henry. Newburyport, MA: Conari Press , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 F399 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"The doula approach to death offers opportunities to explore the meaning of a life and to convey that meaning through legacy work. Based on the model of care provided by birth doulas, it emphasized thoughtful planning for how the last days should look, sound, and feel ... and provides emotional and…
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Author
Fersko-Weiss, Henry
Place of Publication
Newburyport, MA
Publisher
Conari Press
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xiv, 222 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Terminally Ill - psychology
Doulas
Hospice Care - psychology
Terminal Care
Attitude to Death
Advance Care Planning
Caregivers
Popular Work
Abstract
"The doula approach to death offers opportunities to explore the meaning of a life and to convey that meaning through legacy work. Based on the model of care provided by birth doulas, it emphasized thoughtful planning for how the last days should look, sound, and feel ... and provides emotional and spiritual support for both the dying person and their loved ones." - Cover
Notes
A gentle guide for families and caregivers - Cover
ISBN
9781573246965
1573246964
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 F399 2017
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Psychosocial issues near the end of life : a resource for professional care providers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14432
Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2005. 1st ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 P974 2006
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Includes effects of culture in end-of-life situations, ethical considerations, mental health issues, depression, the needs of caregivers, recommendations to improve psychosocial care.
More Information
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Terminal Care - psychology
Terminally Ill - psychology
Attitude to Death
Social Support
Abstract
Includes effects of culture in end-of-life situations, ethical considerations, mental health issues, depression, the needs of caregivers, recommendations to improve psychosocial care.
ISBN
1591472369
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Call Number
WB310 P974 2006

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Final journeys : a practical guide for bringing care and comfort at the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20657
Callanan, Maggie. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 C156 2008
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
More Information
Author
Callanan, Maggie
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
ix, 335 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminally Ill - psychology
Attitude to Death
Family
Caregivers
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553382747
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB310 C156 2008

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Caring for patients at the end of life : facing an uncertain future together

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10170
Quill, Timothy E. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2001.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 Q6 2001
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Quill, Timothy E
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2001
Subjects
Terminal Care
Palliative Care
Attitude to Death
ISBN
0195139402
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB310 Q6 2001

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How to help children through a parent's serious illness : supportive, practical advice from a leading child life specialist

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21751
McCue, Kathleen, Bonn, Ron. New York, NY: St. Martin's Press , 2011. rev. and updated ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 M133 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
McCue, Kathleen
Bonn, Ron
Edition
rev. and updated ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xxii, 345 p. : ill. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Attitude to Death
Family Relations
Child of Impaired Parents
Family Therapy
Child
Adolescent
Popular Work
ISBN
9780312697686
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 M133 2011

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