Advanced Practice Oncology & Palliative Care Guidelines
W. H. Vogel, M. A. Wilson, M. S. Melvin. Philadelphia, PA. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. 2004. 378 pp., $44.95. (800) 638-3030, http://www.lww.com
Ideal for the oncology nurse practitioner, clinical specialist, or physician assistant caring for patients with cancer, this user-friendly reference combines general information with the latest palliative care guidelines-all in one resource. The book's highlights include:
* generalized approach that provides guidance on the management of the oncology, hospice, or palliative care patient;
* logical organization describing various cancers by body region, with subsequent information on palliative care for common symptoms including pain, nausea, dyspnea, fatigue, and depression;
* Useful tables that provide access to critical facts at a glance.