Publications:
Artificial Nutrition and Hydration
Guidance in End of Life Care for Adults
15 May 2007
This joint publication between NCPC and The Association for Palliative Medicine anticipates the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
It is a practical aid for all those who administer artificial hydration, explaining the terminology, rights and ethical framework; it also includes five case studies and various methods of dealing with ANH, from notifying decision-makers, to administering ANH in methods other than orally.
Buy Artificial Nutrition and Hydration from the National Council for Palliative Care website £20 (50% discount for NCPC subscribers)
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