Patient Safety And Quality In Pediatric Hematology Oncology And Stem Cell Transplantation

Author : Christopher E. Dandoy
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319537903
Total Pages : 378 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Patient Safety and Quality in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation written by Christopher E. Dandoy and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of patient safety issues and quality improvement for the pediatric hematology/oncology/stem cell transplant practice. The book reviews patient safety in complex healthcare delivery systems, delineates the various safety issues affecting pediatric hematology/oncology patients, and discusses quality improvement methods and improvement science that allow the reader to implement and sustain change in their home institution. The text also explores mechanisms to measure quality and safety outcomes, allowing the provider to implement proven processes shown to minimize harm to patients. Written by experts in the field, Patient Safety and Quality in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals treating pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplant patients.

Author : Valerie I. Brown
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319631462
Total Pages : 460 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for the Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist written by Valerie I. Brown and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-12-22 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art review on pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). The book covers such topics as graft versus host disease (GVHD), HSC mobilization, stem cell selection, and HSCT-relevant laboratory assays and techniques. The text is specially formatted so that the scientific basis of HSCT and ethical considerations are integrated into the relevant clinical framework. Each chapter also includes diagrams, illustrations, and tables that summarize key points and concepts that can be used as a quick visual reference for the reader. Written by experts in the field, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation for the Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist is a valuable resource on pediatric HSCT suited for pediatric hematologists-oncologists, fellows, advanced practitioners, clinical nurses, and other referring physicians.

Author : Christine N. Duncan
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030013227
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Critical Care of the Pediatric Immunocompromised Hematology/Oncology Patient written by Christine N. Duncan and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-01 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a comprehensive overview of critical care of the pediatric immunocompromised hematology-oncology patient. The text focuses on unique aspects of the pediatric immunocompromised patient that predisposes the child to significant illness, and presents critical care management strategies specific to the patient population. In addition to chapters on oncology, primary immune deficiency, immunocompromised hematology, and hematopoietic cell transplant patients, the book covers the changing landscape of ICU care, pharmacologic considerations, and psychological and social aspects of the critical care of hematology-oncology patients. Written by experts from a range of disciplines, Critical Care of the Pediatric Immunocompromised Hematology/Oncology Patient: An Evidence-Based Guide is a valuable resource for clinicians and practitioners who treat this patient population.

Author : Michael A. Weiner
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 9781560534440
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Secrets written by Michael A. Weiner and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2001-08-31 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Utilizes the proven Secrets Series format to present questions and answers in a convenient, readable, concise manner The text is intended to introduce the reader to the field of pediatric hematology/oncology.Each chapter will emphasize diagnosis, clinical management, therapeutics, and innovative concepts for the future. Highlights of the text include the following chapters: experimental therapeutics, the application of bone marrow and stem cell transplants for pediatric patients, and genetic and molecular diagnostics. There is a section dealing with quality of life and death issues such as supportive care, psychosocial aspects of care of the child with cancer, palliative care, and management of the dying child. Other chapters relate and differentiate disease entities based upon the age of the patient, newborn through adolescent. Each topic covered will discuss diagnosis, clinical management, therapeutics, and innovative concepts for the future. Concise answers that also feature the authors' pearls, tips, memory aids, and "secrets" Bulleted lists and pertinent tables for quick review and reference Succinct chapters written by experts in pediatric hematology and oncology All the most important "need-to-know" questions and answers in the proven format of the highly acclaimed Secrets Series Thorough, highly detailed index

Author : Caroline A. Hastings
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119210747
Total Pages : 512 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology written by Caroline A. Hastings and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-05-03 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The revised guide to the diagnosis, management, and treatment of blood disorders and cancer in children Children with blood disorders and cancer are a unique population that require specialized diagnostic considerations and management. The Handbook of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology has been designed to provide clinicians of all levels with practical guidance through an up-to-date algorithmic approach to these conditions. Assembled by a team of experts from the world-class Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland, this updated third edition: Presents up-to-date management and treatment guidelines for the most common pediatric blood disorders and malignancies Provides an updated algorithmic approach for the diagnosis and management of the most common conditions and suggested readings Utilizes rapid-referral tables containing visual representations of symptoms, lab findings, differentials, and treatment guidance Incorporates case studies covering different hematologic and oncologic conditions, such as hemolytic anemia, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, neuroblastoma, and sarcomas of the soft tissue and bone Includes a useful formulary that lists chemotherapy agents, dosing, mechanism of action, pregnancy category, indications, and side effects Covers transfusion medicine, stem cell transplantation, management of central venous catheters, acute pain management, oncologic emergencies, and chemotherapy basics With its direct guidance and portable design, the Handbook of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology: Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland, Third Edition, will prove an invaluable resource to medical students, trainees and residents, pediatric hematology and oncology nurses, pediatricians, and early-career providers in pediatric hematology/oncology.

Author : Mahmoud Aljurf
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030644928
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Quality Management and Accreditation in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy written by Mahmoud Aljurf and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-02-19 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book provides a concise yet comprehensive overview on how to build a quality management program for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) and cellular therapy. The text reviews all the essential steps and elements necessary for establishing a quality management program and achieving accreditation in HSCT and cellular therapy. Specific areas of focus include document development and implementation, audits and validation, performance measurement, writing a quality management plan, the accreditation process, data management, and maintaining a quality management program. Written by experts in the field, Quality Management and Accreditation in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy: A Practical Guide is a valuable resource for physicians, healthcare professionals, and laboratory staff involved in the creation and maintenance of a state-of-the-art HSCT and cellular therapy program.

Author : Michelle Kenyon
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319500260
Total Pages : 311 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The European Blood and Marrow Transplantation Textbook for Nurses written by Michelle Kenyon and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-03-14 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This textbook, endorsed by the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT), provides adult and paediatric nurses with a full and informative guide covering all aspects of transplant nursing, from basic principles to advanced concepts. It takes the reader on a journey through the history of transplant nursing, including essential and progressive elements to help nurses improve their knowledge and benefit the patient experience, as well as a comprehensive introduction to research and auditing methods. This new volume specifically intended for nurses, complements the ESH-EBMT reference title, a popular educational resource originally developed in 2003 for physicians to accompany an annual training course also serving as an educational tool in its own right. This title is designed to develop the knowledge of nurses in transplantation. It is the first book of its kind specifically targeted at nurses in this specialist field and acknowledges the valuable contribution that nursing makes in this area. This volume presents information that is essential for the education of nurses new to transplantation, while also offering a valuable resource for more experienced nurses who wish to update their knowledge.

Author : Ann Berger
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 1975143701
Total Pages : 1877 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Principles and Practice of Palliative Care and Support Oncology written by Ann Berger and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2021-03-01 with total page 1877 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only book on the market to cover palliative care for both adults and children, Pediatric and Adult Palliative Care and Support Oncology offers an easy-to-read, interdisciplinary approach to supportive oncology as well as end-of-life care. Ideal for oncologists, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, the fifth edition provides important updates for conventional topics while also featuring several brand new chapters. Covering everything from dermatologic toxicity of cancer treatment to running family meetings for setting goals of care, this unique title is a source of both help and inspiration to all those who care for patients with cancer.

Author : Brian R. Branchford
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2889456390
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pediatric Venous Thromboembolism written by Brian R. Branchford and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2018-12-06 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) occurs less often in children than adults and therefore remains underrecognized despite increasing in incidence. Due to the risk of mortality, short- and long-term morbidity, and increased healthcare costs associated with pediatric VTE, this entity merits better understanding and consideration. With this Research Topic, we aim to highlight some special considerations of pediatric VTE, namely risk factors and epidemiology, rare types of pediatric thrombosis and considerations unique to specific clinical patient subgroups, approaches to management and treatment, and prevention

Author : Nicolaus Kröger
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781013273674
Total Pages : 688 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The EBMT Handbook written by Nicolaus Kröger and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-08 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Open Access edition of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) handbook addresses the latest developments and innovations in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy. Consisting of 93 chapters, it has been written by 175 leading experts in the field. Discussing all types of stem cell and bone marrow transplantation, including haplo-identical stem cell and cord blood transplantation, it also covers the indications for transplantation, the management of early and late complications as well as the new and rapidly evolving field of cellular therapies. This book provides an unparalleled description of current practices to enhance readers' knowledge and practice skills. This work was published by Saint Philip Street Press pursuant to a Creative Commons license permitting commercial use. All rights not granted by the work's license are retained by the author or authors.