pt. 1. Introduction -- pt. 2. Theoretical foundations -- pt. 3. Responses to loss -- pt. 4 Ethical and legal considerations -- pt. 5. Patient centered care -- pt. 6 . Communication -- pt. 7. Management of specific terminal illnesses -- pt. 8. Issues across the lifespan -- pt. 9. The end of life -- pt. 10. Caring for the caregiver