Kimberly D. Acquaviva
The Handbook of LGBTQIA-Inclusive Hospice and Palliative Care
The Handbook of LGBTQIA-Inclusive Hospice and Palliative Care
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Hospice and palliative care professionals are experts at caring for individuals and families experiencing serious or life-limiting illnesses, but LGBTQIA+ people may be deterred from seeking support due to barriers. This book provides an accessible, expert guide to incorporating LGBTQIA-inclusive practices into end-of-life care, equipping professionals with the knowledge to ensure all people receive high-quality care.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2023
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Hospice and palliative care professionals are experts in providing care to individuals and families facing serious or life-limiting illnesses. However, not everyone feels safe seeking out their expertise, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals. Barriers, both overt and subtle, exist within hospice and palliative care programs and professionals that deter LGBTQIA+ people from seeking support. This book aims to address this issue by providing an accessible and expert guide to incorporating LGBTQIA-inclusive practices into end-of-life care.
The author, Kimberly D. Acquaviva, surveys fundamental concepts and the latest clinical developments in the field, integrating relatable anecdotes and poignant personal reflections. She discusses her own experience caring for her wife, Kathy, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2019. Despite her efforts to find a local hospice with an LGBTQIA-inclusive nondiscrimination statement and trained staff to provide nondiscriminatory care, Kathy died at home six months later without hospice care.
Acquaviva offers clear and actionable strategies for palliative care and hospice physicians, physician associates, advanced-practice registered nurses, registered nurses, social workers, counselors, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals. She emphasizes how incorporating LGBTQIA-inclusive practices can transform work with every person receiving care. Anchored in evidence and written in plain language, this book is the definitive guide for hospice and palliative care professionals seeking to deliver exceptional care to all the patients and families they serve.
By recognizing and addressing the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals, hospice and palliative care professionals can provide compassionate and inclusive care that respects and honors their identities. This not only improves the quality of life for these individuals but also enhances the overall quality of care provided to all patients and families. It is essential for healthcare professionals to be aware of the barriers LGBTQIA+ individuals face and to work towards creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for all patients, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Weight: 548g
Dimension: 151 x 230 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780231206433
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