Der Reisebegleiter für den letzten Weg

This guide serves as a companion on the final journey and is aimed at those affected and their relatives. Professor Dr. Dr. med. Berend Feddersen provides information on topics such as palliative care, pain management, and symptoms of the dying phase, measures beyond medical care, and the involvement of children. People share touching stories about their last journey, how they wish to spend their remaining time, and what helps them. Relatives who have accompanied a dying person share their experiences and offer valuable support. This new edition provides up-to-date information on advance care planning and the spouse's power of attorney law, assistance and support for assisted suicide, options outside of assisted dying, as well as advice on how to handle expressed wishes for death.