Altered Body Image

The second revised edition of this nursing resource for those caring for patients and families who have suffered an alteration to their body image through illness or injury Addresses both the physical and psychological impact of altered body image. There are new chapters on measuring body image, cultural issues, spinal cord injury, and HIV/AIDS.

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This handbook for nurses attempts to explain how accident, disease and surgery (such as mastectomy and burns) can effect patients' image of their body and cause psychological stress. The nurse is seen as having a key role in combatting the shock and possible despair in such cases. The book is intended for nurses at all levels to raise their awareness of the problems of altered body image and provide guideance on how best to care for, communicate with and counsel patients and their relatives.