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Dialysis without fear : a guide to living well on dialysis for patients and their families / Daniel Offer, Marjorie Kaiz Offer, Susan Offer Szafir.

By: Contributor(s): Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, ©2007Description: xiv, 258 p. ; 21 cmISBN:
  • 9780195309942
  • 0195309944
  • 9780195309959 (alk. paper)
  • 0195309952 (alk. paper)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 23 617.461059/Of22
LOC classification:
  • RC918.R4 O26 2007
Online resources:
Contents:
Dialysis misperceptions versus realities -- A visit to the suds factory : demystifying the machines and tubes -- Dialysis options : choosing what works best for you -- The decision to pursue a transplant -- The "K-Team" : working with dialysis professionals -- Dealing with emotions: the psychological impact of dialysis -- The impact of dialysis on interpersonal relationships : love, sex, family, and friendship -- Work and financial implications of being on dialysis -- Adapting to the dialysis diet, curbing liquids, and embracing exercise -- Traveling and planning for emergencies while on dialysis : taking a leap of faith.
Summary: A survival guide for those facing kidney dialysis treatment due to end-stage renal disease. The author team offer practical advice and information on kidney dialysis so that readers can make informed decisions about their own care. Interviews with patients and renal care professionals inspire and educate readers about this complicated treatment.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [247]-250) and index.

Dialysis misperceptions versus realities -- A visit to the suds factory : demystifying the machines and tubes -- Dialysis options : choosing what works best for you -- The decision to pursue a transplant -- The "K-Team" : working with dialysis professionals -- Dealing with emotions: the psychological impact of dialysis -- The impact of dialysis on interpersonal relationships : love, sex, family, and friendship -- Work and financial implications of being on dialysis -- Adapting to the dialysis diet, curbing liquids, and embracing exercise -- Traveling and planning for emergencies while on dialysis : taking a leap of faith.

A survival guide for those facing kidney dialysis treatment due to end-stage renal disease. The author team offer practical advice and information on kidney dialysis so that readers can make informed decisions about their own care. Interviews with patients and renal care professionals inspire and educate readers about this complicated treatment.

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