Palliative and End of Life Care

Description

The care given within a person's dying days is arguably the most important responsibility a carer can possess. It is, therefore, of utmost importance that the care given to these patients is carried out with respect, empathy and support towards the patient and their family.

Ensure your staff know exactly what to do in relation to end-of-life care to allow patients to pass in comfort and peace and to allow their family happy memories of their life.

The aim of this course is to greater increase your knowledge of palliative care and how to support patients, as well as to learn the relevant legislation.

The key points covered in this course are:

  • Defining palliative care

  • Types of complementary therapy

  • Empathy and support
  • Strategies

  • Attitudes and fears

  • Experiences

  • Advanced Care Planning

  • Symptom Management

  • Advance Directives

  • Roles and responsibilities.

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On completion of this course, learners should know and understand the following:
 
  • Describe what is meant by palliative care
  • Understand how we cope with palliative care and help others
  • Describe the different types of complementary therapies
  • Understand how to empathise with, and support patients
  • Describe some end-of-life care strategies
  • Think about your attitudes and fears about death and dying
  • Recognise different experiences around death and dying
  • Understand the need for Advanced Care Planning
  • Describe the importance of Symptom Management
  • Describe ‘Advance Directives’
  • Understand roles and responsibilities in end-of-life care

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