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Springer Ethical Issues in Pediatric HematologyOncology 1st Editon 2019 Hardbound by Kate A. Mazur, Stacey L. Berg
This book identifies the various ethical challenges that arise in pediatric hematology/oncology and provides the necessary tools to overcome these challenges. Aiming to expand upon and strengthen providers’ knowledge and experience in pediatric health care ethical issues, the text positions providers to be beneficial resources to faculty, staff, patients, and families within their institution. It presents a multidisciplinary approach to sound ethical practices that is necessary to effectively care for these patients and their families. The book reviews the principles of ethical decision-making, the unique difficulties in using children as research subjects, common ethical conundrums involved in providing end-of-life care, and general moralities of professional practice. Written by experts in their fields, Ethical Issues in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is an innovative and valuable resource for clinicians, practitioners, and trainees who work in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology. Ethical Principles in the Practice of Medicine / Review of Laws and Regulations.- Communicating Prognosis at Diagnosis and Relapse or Progression.- Managing Conflict When There’s Disagreement in Care Between Medical Providers, Caregivers, and/or Patient.- Unique Considerations for Adolescents and Young Adults.- Ethical Principles in the Practice of Medicine.- Ethics in Genetic and Genomic Research.- When Cure is not the Goal: Ethical Issues Surrounding Early Phase Research.- Advance Care Planning.- Symptom Assessment and Management across the Cancer Trajectory.- Intercultural Competence and Communication Over Language Barriers.