About this course

This course on end-of-life care is designed to provide healthcare professionals with a thorough understanding of the essential aspects of caring for patients nearing the end of their lives. It includes identifying when end-of-life care should commence, understanding the five priorities for care, and conducting holistic assessments. The course also emphasises the importance of communication with patients and their families, advanced care planning, and managing symptoms effectively. Participants will learn to use syringe drivers and provide compassionate care that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients.

Learning objectives

• Identify the priorities for care at the end of life.

• Conduct holistic assessments for patients approaching the end of their lives.

• Understand and implement advanced care planning.

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families about end-of-life care.

• Manage basic symptoms and utilise syringe drivers effectively.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to recognise when end-of-life care should commence.

• Understand and apply the five priorities for care at the end of life.

• Conduct comprehensive holistic assessments.

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding end-of-life decisions.

• Implement advanced care planning for patients with life-limiting conditions.

• Manage common symptoms experienced by end-of-life patients.

• Utilise syringe drivers for symptom management.

This course is suitable for

• Healthcare professionals involved in palliative and end-of-life care.

• Nurses and carers providing direct patient care.

• Medical practitioners looking to enhance their understanding of end-of-life care.

• Social workers and support staff working with patients and families at the end of life.

• Anyone seeking to improve their knowledge and skills in providing compassionate end-of-life care.