Summary :
This textbook details the nursing care of babies with life limiting con- ditions and sets the context within the philosophy of internationally collaborative neonatal palliative care emphasising emotional and prac tical support for their families. Currently, increasing interest from nursing and medical fields regarding palliative care for babies the antenatal and neonatal period is evident. This innovative and unique text provides experienced nurses and student nurses alike with realistic guidance in caring for babies with palliative care needs, alongside the crucial support for their families and identifies important strategies for professional self care. Nursing experts in this field collaborated to develop a reference book which supports holistic and inte- grated clinical practice. Parents' experiences of what they consider helpful or not so helpful are interwoven throughout the chapter. There is currently no other textbook which offers the above information and guidance specifically for nurses and allied health professionals. As such this book will appeal to all nurses and health professionals work- ing within the neonatal palliative care specialty in a global context.

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