Breaking news of death to relatives

Reid, M., McDowell, J. and Hoskins, R. (2011) Breaking news of death to relatives. Nursing Times, 107(5), pp. 12-15.

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Publisher's URL: http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing-practice/clinical-specialisms/end-of-life-and-palliative-care/breaking-news-of-death-to-relatives/5025157.article

Abstract

Breaking news of death can have a significant impact on bereaved relatives if it is not carried out appropriately. This article explores best practice on breaking news of death, and discusses why it is so important for nurses to get it right.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Hoskins, Mr Robert and McDowell, Dr Joan
Authors: Reid, M., McDowell, J., and Hoskins, R.
Subjects:R Medicine > RT Nursing
R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Nursing and Health Care
Journal Name:Nursing Times
ISSN:0954-7762
Published Online:04 February 2011

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