(Ebook) Pediatric Life Care Planning and Case Management by Susan Riddick-Grisham, Laura Deming ISBN 9780203508473, 9780849317262, 0849317266, 0203508475

(Ebook) Pediatric Life Care Planning and Case Management by Susan Riddick-Grisham, Laura Deming ISBN 9780203508473, 9780849317262, 0849317266, 0203508475

The life care plan is a dynamic document that provides an organized plan for the current and future needs of individuals with chronic health care needs. It can serve as a roadmap for the families, caregivers, therapists, physicians, and others involved with the ongoing care of a special needs child. Pediatric Life Care Planning and Case Management brings together the many concepts involved in developing pediatric life care plans in one state-of-the-art publication. It serves as a resource for professionals involved in life care planning and case management of the pediatric patient. The unifying theme of each chapter is the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to an integrated continuum. The book includes detailed case studies and lists clinical resources for children with special needs. This authoritative volume features contributions from recognized medical professionals and experienced life care planners and case managers. Their knowledge and expertise illuminate important issues affecting special needs children and the individuals requesting and providing care.