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" The management of pain in older people / "
edited by Pat Schofield.
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BL
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960966
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b715336
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The management of pain in older people /\ edited by Pat Schofield.
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| Publication Statement
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Chichester, England ;Hoboken, NJ :: John Wiley & Sons,, ©2007.
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xii, 213 pages :: illustrations ;; 23 cm
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0470033495
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: 9780470033494
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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| Contents
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The anatomy and physiology of pain -- Relating socio-economic issues to older people and pain : independence, dignity and choice -- 'Creaking joints, a bit of arthritis, and aches and pains' : older people's experiences and perceptions of pain -- Assessment of pain -- Communication and pain -- Acute on chronic pain -- Cancer pain in elderly people in palliative care settings -- Care homes and other settings -- Management of a pain by pharmacological intervention -- Complementary approaches -- Function and rehabilitation -- Future directions.
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| Abstract
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This volume enables the reader to understand the principles underpinning the management of pain, with a particular emphasis upon the care of the older adult.
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Pain in old age.
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Pain in old age.
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Pain Management.
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Analgesie.
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Ouderen.
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Pijn.
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Age Factors.
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Aged.
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Aging-- physiology.
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| Dewey Classification
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616/.0472
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RB127.M365 2007
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2007 E-836
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WL 704M26635 2007
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44.90bcl
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| Added Entry
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Schofield, Pat, (Patricia A.)
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