Ostomy Book
Living Comfortably with Colostomies, Ileostomies, & Urostomies: 3rd Edition
$46.88
- Paperback
379 pages
- Release Date
1 June 2008
Summary
This invaluable reference discusses every aspect of an ostomy – a surgical procedure that creates an alternative opening in the body for waste discharge from the kidney, colon, intestines, or bladder – from the first shock of diagnosis through surgery and rehabilitation. The co-author’s moving and motivational story of her colostomy experience is blended with information on the latest surgical techniques and equipment, providing prospective ostomy patients with both the medical and emotional …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781933503134 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1933503130 |
| Author: | Barbara Dorr Mullen, Kerry Anne McGinn |
| Publisher: | Bull Publishing Company |
| Imprint: | Bull Publishing Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 379 |
| Edition: | 3rd |
| Release Date: | 1 June 2008 |
| Weight: | 530g |
| Dimensions: | 155mm x 230mm |
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Critics Review
”[This book]
“Seamlessly weaves technical information regarding the different types of ostomy surgeries and their management, specific topics such as pregnancy, work, travel and discussions of the unique challenges faced by children and teenagers together with the compelling personal story of its co-authors.” –The Phoenix
About The Author
Barbara Dorr Mullen
Barbara Dorr Mullen underwent colostomy surgery and was the author of two previous editions of The Ostomy Book. Kerry Anne McGinn RN BSN OCN, is a certified oncology nurse at the California Pacific Medical Centre. She lives in San Francisco.
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