To understand cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) management, the clinician requires a foundation of information regarding CIED purpose, design and function, as well as experience in interpreting CIED output, i.e., electrical assessment of the system, programmed parameters, electrograms, and markers. In addition, one must be able to correlate and interpret the accompanying electrocardiographic tracing with the patient’s clinical presentation. For students of CIED management, be th...

A valuable resource for anyone considering hospice care for a loved one or even themselves. This book presents alternate and thought-provoking insights on preparing for death. A hospice team can really make a difference in approaching the many challenges and myths about death. Perhaps, we can come to terms, or at least have a conversation, with ourselves and those we care about. Love can truly help us in planning for death. We can open ourselves up to others providing their expertise in th...