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Terminal dehydration : a review of the literature

By:

Mcsweeney, M

Publication details: Thesis (BSc Hons)-Manchester University, 2000Subject(s):

Theses, Nursing

Contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction and method ; Chapter 2. Analysis ; Chapter 3. Discussion section ; Chapter 4. Implications and conclusion ; Tables ; References ; Bibliography

Summary: This review defines terminal dehydration and the associated symptoms patients are likely to experience. The practice of administering artificial hydration therapy (AHT) to dying patients along with the perceptions of patients and their families on AHT is explored through a review of literature to ascertain current knowledge.

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Chapter 1. Introduction and method ; Chapter 2. Analysis ; Chapter 3. Discussion section ; Chapter 4. Implications and conclusion ; Tables ; References ; Bibliography

This review defines terminal dehydration and the associated symptoms patients are likely to experience. The practice of administering artificial hydration therapy (AHT) to dying patients along with the perceptions of patients and their families on AHT is explored through a review of literature to ascertain current knowledge.

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