Editor

Silbermann, Michael

Berger, Ann

Place of Publication

New York

Publisher

Oxford University Press

Publication Date

c2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - psychology

Spiritual Therapies

Spirituality

Cultural Diversity

Religion and Medicine

Abstract

"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembly (WHA) unanimously adopted a new cancer resolution (Universal Health Coverage: Moving Together to Build a Healthier World). The resolution noted the potential for cancer prevention to reduce cancer burden in the future, while reducing the suffering from cancer in the communities.As most countries are facing an overall increase in the absolute number of cancer cases, large geographical diversity in cancer occurrence and variations in the magnitude and profile of the disease still continue between and within world regions. Specific types of cancer dominate globally: lung, female breast, and colorectal cancer. The regional variations in common cancer types signal the extent to which societal, economic, and lifestyle changes interplay to differentially impact the profile of this most complex group of diseases.Although survival rates for cancer have improved significantly over the past few decades, for each individual, the diagnosis and treatment of cancer are still devastating, affecting the family and community as well. The care of a person with cancer must be more than just the treatment of the cancer itself. Understanding the cultural, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of the cancer sufferer and their family and community will ensure the best care.In order to treat individuals with cancer and understand how to give the best possible care to underserved populations, we need to understand cultural diversity. Understanding that cultural aspects of a society may be intertwined with finances and other resources can improve adherence and access to care. Culture is made up of language, religion, cuisine, social norms, history, ancestry, music, arts, and spirituality. In order to improve cancer care outcomes, patients' diverse spiritual and cultural beliefs must be recognized. In addition, available methods must be utilized to improve access and adherence to treatment modalities and regimens.In this book, we focus on numerous diverse cultures, traditions, and faiths. Many parts of the world are composed of indigenous cultures, with unique spiritual beliefs in addition to the region's primary religion. We present chapters on indigenous religions as well as indigenous traditional healers. People everywhere experience trouble, sorrow, need, and sickness, and they develop skills and knowledge in response to these adversities. This book provides insightful models of these parameters and serves as a valuable resource for health care providers and policymakers by taking a global approach to cultural diversity in the world. By understanding this multiculturalism and the many aspects of psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of health and healing, we can learn from one another." --publisher

ISBN

9780197551349

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Mercadante, Sebastiano

Place of Publication

[United Kingdom]

Publisher

Cambridge Scholars Publisher

Publication Date

2020

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Palliative Medicine

Palliative Care

Pain management

Abstract

Contents:

ISBN

9781527549050

9781527559080

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Munk, Peter L.

Babu, Suresh B.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2021

Series

R2 Library

Medical radiology diagnostic imaging

Subjects

Palliative Care

Radiology, Interventional

Palliative Medicine

ISBN

3030654621

9783030654627

9783030654634

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Bekaii-Saab, Tanios

El-Rayes, Bassel F.

Pawlik, Timothy M.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Springer Publishing Company

Publication Date

2020

Series

R2 Library

Subjects

Gastrointestinal Neoplasms - therapy

Evidence-Based Medicine

Abstract

Contents:

Part I: Colorectal cancer. Epidemiology of colorectal cancer -- Diagnosis and staging of colorectal cancer -- Molecular diagnostic guidelines for colorectal cancer -- How I treat early-stage colon cancer through surgery -- How I treat early-stage colon cancer with adjuvant therapy: who and how long? -- How I treat early-stage rectal cancer with neoadjuvant radiation therapy -- How I treat early-stage rectal cancer through surgery -- How I treat early-stage rectal cancer with adjuvant therapy -- How I treat oligometastatic colorectal cancer through surgery -- How I treat oligometastatic colorectal cancer with neoadjuvant chemotherapy -- How I treat oligometastatic colorectal cancer through local nonsurgical approaches -- How I treat oligometastatic colorectal cancer with adjuvant chemotherapy -- How I treat oligometastatic colorectal cancer with debulking/hipec in limited peritoneal disease -- How I treat metastatic colorectal cancer with chemotherapy and choice of biologics -- How I treat metastatic colorectal cancer with maintenance therapies -- How I treat metastatic colorectal cancer with emerging therapeutic strategies -- How I treat metastatic colorectal cancer with immunotherapy -- Part II: Pancreatic cancer. Epidemiology of pancreatic cancer -- Biological basis for pancreatic cancer -- Diagnosis and staging of pancreatic cancer -- The role and timing of surgery in pancreatic cancer -- How I treat resectable pancreatic cancer with adjuvant therapy -- How I treat resectable pancreatic cancer with neoadjuvant therapy -- How I treat borderline resectable and locally advanced pancreatic cancer -- How I treat metastatic pancreatic cancer with chemotherapy -- How I treat metastatic pancreatic cancer with emerging therapies -- Part III: Hepatocellular cancer. Epidemiology of hepatocellular cancer -- Diagnosis and staging of hepatocellular cancer -- Cellular and molecular pathology of hepatocellular cancer -- How I treat early-stage hepatocellular cancer through transplant -- How I treat early-stage hepatocellular cancer through surgery -- How I treat early-stage hepatocellular cancer with local nonsurgical approaches (io) -- How I treat early-stage hepatocellular cancer with local nonsurgical approaches (radiation) -- How I treat advanced hepatocellular cancer with multikinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies -- How I treat advanced hepatocellular cancer with immunotherapy -- Part IV: Gastric and esophageal cancer. Epidemiology of gastric and esophageal cancer -- Diagnosis and staging of gastric and esophageal cancer -- Molecular diagnostic guidelines of gastric and esophageal cancer -- How I treat early-stage gastric and esophageal cancer with neoadjuvant therapy -- How I treat early-stage gastric and esophageal cancer with surgery -- How I treat metastatic gastric and esophageal cancer with chemotherapy and choice of biologics -- How I treat metastatic gastric and esophageal cancer with immunotherapy -- Part V: Rare gastrointestinal cancers. Molecular diagnostic guidelines of cancers of the bile ducts and gallbladder -- Surgery for early-stage cancers of the bile ducts and gallbladder -- Adjuvant therapy for early-stage cancers of the bile ducts and gallbladder -- Chemotherapy for advanced cancers of the bile ducts and gallbladder -- Emerging therapies for advanced cancers of the bile ducts and gallbladder -- Neuroendocrine tumors -- Early-stage anal cancer -- Metastatic anal cancer -- Gastrointestinal stromal tumors -- Part VI: Special clinical considerations for gastrointestinal cancer patients. Nutritional needs for gastrointestinal cancer patients -- Palliative care for gastrointestinal cancer patients -- Care for elderly gastrointestinal cancer patients -- Survivorship care for gastrointestinal cancer patients.

ISBN

0826138128

9780826138125

9780826138132

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

Call Number

WI195

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Author

Ouimet Perrin, Kathleen

Sheehan, Caryn A.

Potter, Mertie L.

Kazanowski, Mary K.

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Burlington, MA

Publisher

Jones & Bartlett Learning

Publication Date

c2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing

Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing--methods

Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing--ethics

Terminal Care--methods

Pain--Nursing

Abstract

"Palliative Care Nursing: Caring for Suffering Patients continues to explore the concept of suffering as it relates to nursing practice in an updated new edition. This text helps practicing nurses and students define and recognize various aspects of suffering across the lifespan and within various patient populations, while providing guidance in alleviating suffering. In addition, the authors discuss ways nurses that witness suffering can optimize their own coping skills and facilitate personal growth. The Second Edition aligns with the recently updated ELNEC and AACN competencies and features three new chapters discussing advance care planning, palliative care for those with serious illnesses, and strategies for having difficult conversations with patients and families." --publisher

ISBN

9781284209822

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Kassam, Shireen

Kassam, Zahra

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Hammersmith Health Books

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Diet, Vegetarian

Nutrition Therapy

Diet, Healthy

Evidence Based Medicine

Popular Work

ISBN

9781781611944

9781781611951

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Editor

Samoutis, Andreas

Samoutis, George

Stylianou, Neophytos

Anastasiou, Andreas

Lionis, Christos

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer International Publishing AG

Publication Date

c2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Delivery of Health Care

COVID-19

Empathy

Evidence-Based Medicine

Global Health

Psychology, Positive

Spirituality

Abstract

"This book provides a practical guide on the art and science of compassionate care in an era of healthcare crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic that is inflicting long-lasting financial and psychosocial trauma on an unprecedented scale. A new approach to compassionate care is presented based on the overarching concepts of empathy, person and family centeredness, therapeutic relationship, kindness, gratitude, spirituality, communication skills, shared decision making, positive psychology, adversity-activated development, self-care, compassion fatigue, spirituality which are more than ever critical in successfully managing the pandemic adversity in front of us. This book draws on clinical experience, educational activities and evidence-based knowledge from academic physicians (primary, secondary and tertiary care), nurses, psychologists, health economists, healthcare managers, health policymakers, medical professionals students and patients. It provides skills and knowledge that can be implemented in daily clinical practice based on all levels of healthcare on a whole-person approach. An array of clinical cases, patient journeys, published evidence and practical experience is combined to deliver in a practical way unique guidance and advice. The target audience is all healthcare professionals, health policymakers, healthcare managers and patient associations. This approach of Compassionate Care is of great importance and can save lives and money in these unprecedented times of global healthcare care system challenges." --publisher

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ISBN

9783031215230

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Ernst, Edzard

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Copernicus books

Subjects

Complementary Therapies

Treatment Outcome

Evidence-Based Medicine

Popular Work

Abstract

"Alternative medicine (AM) is popular; about 40% of the US general population have used alternative treatment in the past year, and in Germany this figure is around 70%. The global market is expected to reach nearly US $ 200 billion by 2025, with most of these funds coming directly out of consumers' pockets. Consumers are bombarded with misleading and false information on AM and therefore prone to making wrong, unwise, or dangerous therapeutic decisions, endangering their health and wasting their money. This book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of AM. This second edition includes over 50 additional treatments as well as updates on many others." - Provided by publisher

Notes

First edition: Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 150 modalities

ISBN

9783031107092

9783031107108

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Koul, Bhupendra

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2020

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Phytotherapy

Herbal Medicine

Medicine, Ayurvedic

Abstract

Summary:

ISBN

9789813291461

9789813291478

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Schmitz, Kathryn H.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2020

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Exercise Therapy

Sports Medicine

ISBN

9783030420109

9783030420116

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Place of Publication

Banbury, UK

Publisher

Lantern Publishing Ltd.

Publication Date

2021

Series

EBSCOhost eBook Nursing Collection

Essentials

Subjects

Nursing Care - methods

Clinical Medicine - methods

Abstract

Clinical Skills: an introduction for nursing and healthcare covers the essential clinical skills required by nurses. It offers an ideal introduction to clinical skills for adult nursing students, and it will also be useful for student nurses in other fields of practice, for trainee nursing associates and for other healthcare students who need to carry out clinical procedures when caring for people in a healthcare environment. -- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781908625205

9781908625212

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Haynes, Stephen N.

Meyer, Luanna H.

Evans, Ian M.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Patients - psychology

Caregivers - psychology

Interpersonal Relations

Evidence-Based Medicine

Popular Work

Abstract

"This practical, science-based book focuses on helping partners, family and friends understand breast cancer. It guides them in how to provide the best emotional and practical support when helping someone with breast cancer to cope, recover and thrive, while maintaining their own physical and psychological health. The authors translate psychological evidence into concrete, practical advice for caregivers, validated through their first-hand experience. It also suggests ways to help someone with breast cancer make the best decisions in consultation with oncology professionals. The authors draw on well-established psychological principles relevant to social attitudes, how decisions are made, good communication skills, empathy, and how to better understand the ideas and worries experienced by women who have, or may have, breast cancer and those close to them. Each chapter includes 'How you can Help' sections that give specific and concrete suggestions, as well as a chapter summary of the main points along with recommendations and additional resources. It is essential reading for all those who want to help and support a loved one with breast cancer. It is also useful for training healthcare professionals in how to support partners"-- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781032046501

9781000529296

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Olle, David A.

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Dulles, VA

Publisher

Mercury Learning and Information

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xiii, 161 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Immunotherapy

Precision Medicine

Popular Work

ISBN

9781683927549

9781683927532

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 O49t 2022

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Author

Ernst, Edzard

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2021

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Complementary Medicine

Evidence Based Medicine

Popular Work

ISBN

9783030741570

9783030741587

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Physician's guide to pain and symptom management in cancer patients

Author

Abrahm, Janet

Collins, Molly

Daubman, Bethany-Rose

Edition

4th ed.

Place of Publication

Baltimore, MD

Publisher

Johns Hopkins University Press

Publication Date

2022

Series

R2 Library

Subjects

Neoplasms - complications - therapy

Pain - prevention & control

Pain - therapy

Palliative Care

ISBN

1421443988

9781421443980

9781421443904

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Jasani, Bharat

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2021

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Precision Medicine

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - pathology

Neoplasms - etiology

Abstract

This book describes the changing role of pathology in aiding reproducible and accurate patient selection for predictive cancer therapy. Particular attention is given to the clinical application of cutting-edge cancer biomarkers to accurately select patients for targeted cancer therapy and how artificial intelligence can improve the precision of treatments. The advent and basis of predictive cancer care, the role of pathologists in translational cancer research, the analysis of cancer samples, the management of biopsy results, and the accuracy of biopsy results are also discussed. Precision Cancer Medicine: Role of the Pathologist details how pathologists can use the latest biomarkers and apply artificial intelligence technology in cancer diagnosis and management. It is also relevant to oncologists and medical practitioners involved in cancer management seeking an up-to-date resource on the topic. -- Provided by publisher.

ISBN

9783030840877

9783030840860

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Deshields, Teresa L.

Kaplan, Jonathan L.

Rynar, Lauren Z.

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

Newburyport, MA ; East York, ON

Publisher

Hogrefe Publishing

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Mental Disorders - diagnosis

Mental disorders - therapy

Patient Care

Mental Health

Abstract

Content:

1 Description -- 2 Theories and Models -- 3 Diagnosis and Treatment Indications -- 4 Treatment -- 5 Case Vignettes -- 6 Further Reading -- 7 References -- 8 Appendix: Tools and Resources

ISBN

9781616765118

9780889375116

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Campos, Maira Rubi Segura

Ortega, Armando Manuel Martin

Place of Publication

San Diego, CA

Publisher

Academic Press

Publication Date

2021

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - diet therapy

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Phytotherapy

Plants, Medicinal

Abstract

Contents:

1. Cancer epidemiology -- 2. Molecular and therapeutic bases of cancer -- 3. Macro and micronutrients in cancer prevention and treatment -- 4. Phytochemicals in cancer treatment -- 5. Medicinal plants as potential functional foods or resources for obtaining metabolites with anticancer activity

ISBN

9780128198285

9780128198292

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Rosenberg, Stephen

Place of Publication

Lanham, MD

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield

Publication Date

2020

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - diagnosis

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Patient Care

Popular Work

Abstract

"A friendly, easy-to-read guide for cancer patients and their loved ones when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. This book will help patients, loved ones, friends and family recognize the pitfalls of a cancer diagnosis and how to avoid them to get the best care possible during their cancer journey." -- Provided by publisher.

ISBN

9781538134221

9781538134238

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Katz, Anne

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Adolescent Health

Young Adult

Caregivers

Interpersonal Relations

Family Relations

Popular Work

ISBN

9781032151366

9781000542646

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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