| Author(s): |
Ladislav Volicer & Ann Hurley (eds.) |
| Publisher: |
Springer Publishing Company |
| Year: |
2004 |
| Description: |
Addresses how hospice care leads to improved quality of life for patients with terminal dementia and their families. Discusses Alzheimer's and other progressive dementias and reviews the clinical problems encountered, including infections, eating difficulties, and behavioral problems. It further addresses how to implement hospice care programs for these patients and the ethical aspects involved. |