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Principles of Palliative Care Nursing

Speciality
Nurses
Location
Online
Delivery
Online
Provider
Australian College of Nursing (ACN)

This unit of study is designed for nurses working in a variety of settings such as general wards, specialist oncology and haematology units, outpatient departments, acute care, palliative care and the community. Content covers symptoms control and clinical management guidelines used in palliative care, including various forms of pain, problems related to respiratory and gastrointestinal systems, wound care and the psychosocial effect on patients. Strategies are explored to develop nursing skills in holistic assessment and planning appropriate evidence based care to enable the best possible quality of life for patients and their families.

Term : JANUARY, APRIL, JULY, OCTOBER

Hours of Study: 150

Credit Points : 6


PRM123
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

This unit has no pre-requisites and is suitable for ENs

Modules / Topics

Theme 1: Introduction to palliative care

Demonstrate knowledge of the standards and principles underpinning a supportive care approach to palliative nursing care.

Theme 2: Special patient populations

Discuss the impact of disease trajectory and symptom management of patients requiring palliative/supportive care across the lifespan.

Theme 3: Quality of life

Critically appraise the nurses role in the provision of care for special patient populations.

Theme 4: Holistic care

Explore various strategies and models of care available for managing individuals with advanced disease in a range of environments and settings.

Theme 5: Introduction to communication in palliative care

Reflect on the role of resilience, effective communication and patient and family education on the outcomes of care.

Type
Delivery
Title
Principles of Palliative Care Nursing
Location
Provider Type
Education Provider
Price Details
ACN Members Price 2,196.00
Location
Online
Price:
$2,440.00
ACN Members Price 2,196.00
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