Overview

This book will enable readers to understand the principles underpinning the management of pain which a particular emphasis upon the care of the older adult. The chapters will explore concepts that are recognised to be involved in the pain experience but each author will then add their own unique perspective by applying the principles to their specialist area of practice and the care of the older adult. It is structured to include the aims and outcomes of the chapter at the beginning so that readers can track their progress, and provides chapter outlines and further reading suggestions foir this unique topic area. 

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Provides the reader with a comprehensive review of the management of pain. (International Emergency Nursing, 2008) Some of the case studies make interesting reading... (Nursing Standard, January 2008)

Provides the reader with a comprehensive review of the management of pain. (International Emergency Nursing, 2008) Some of the case studies make interesting reading? (Nursing Standard, January 2008)

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Dr Pat Schofield PhD PGDipEd DipN RGN, Senior Lecturer – University of Sheffield, School of Nursing & Midwifery. Pat Scofield one of the leading International nurse academics working in the field of pain management and in the field of multisensory environments (Snoezelen). She has a consistent record of publication of articles of national and international status and is invited to present her work at national and international nursing and multidisciplinary conferences, including the World Pain congress. She has presented in three continents during the last 2 years.

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