Description
Book SynopsisThe third edition features a new chapter on recognition, prevention, and remediation of burnout in pediatric oncology staff members, while throughout the book, chapters have been revised and updated to reflect the impact of new antibiotic agents, new antiemetics, and new approaches to pain management.
Trade ReviewThe authors have collected very valuable, extensive and up-to-date information on the subjects treated: an ideal reference for all professionals involved in the multidisciplinary care of pediatric cancer patients. -- Susanne Suter European Journal of Pediatrics 2004 This third edition of Supportive Care of Children with Cancer is a highly useful, ready-reference handbook for nurses, medical staff and oncologists involved in paediatric oncology care. Cancer World 2005
Table of ContentsForeword
Preface
Abbreviations
List of Contributors
Chapter 1. The Prevention of Infection
Chapter 2. Immunization
Chapter 3. The Management of Fever and Neutropenia
Chapter 4. Blood Component Therapy
Chapter 5. Hemorrhagic and Thrombotic Complications
Chapter 6. Hematopoietic Growth Factors
Chapter 7. Monitoring and Management of Drug Toxicity
Chapter 8. The Management of Drug Extravasation
Chapter 9. Side Effects of Radiation Therapy
Chapter 10. Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
Chapter 11. The Management of Pain
Chapter 12. Oncologic Emergencies
Chapter 13. Nutritional Support
Chapter 14. Mouth Care
Chapter 15. Central Venous Access
Chapter 16. The Sexually Mature Young Adult Patient With Cancer
Chapter 17. Care of the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patient After Leaving the Transplant Center
Chapter 18. Psychosocial Care
Chapter 19. Recognition, Prevention, and Remediation of Burnout in Pediatric Oncology Staff
Chapter 20. Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Pediatric Oncology
Chapter 21. Palliative Care
Index
