Wrapped in Mourning The Gift of Life and Donor Family Trauma |
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| Author:
| Holtkamp, Sue |
| Series title: | Series in Trauma and Loss Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-58391-055-9 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2001 |
| Publisher: | Routledge
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $54.95 |
Book Description:
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Based on 15 years of experience working with organ procurement organizations and donor families, Wrapped inMourningaddresses the heretofore unexplored subject of organ donor family trauma. This book covers the issues surrounding organ donation, including the history of organ transplantation, how organs are procured for transplantation, as well as the medical procedure itself. Each issue is explored with regards to its impact upon donor families. Ways to reduce grief, prevent problems,...
More DescriptionBased on 15 years of experience working with organ procurement organizations and donor families, Wrapped inMourningaddresses the heretofore unexplored subject of organ donor family trauma. This book covers the issues surrounding organ donation, including the history of organ transplantation, how organs are procured for transplantation, as well as the medical procedure itself. Each issue is explored with regards to its impact upon donor families. Ways to reduce grief, prevent problems, and increase the benefits of donating organs for the donating family are also discussed.