Nature and Scope of Palliative Care
This will explore issues pertaining to palliative care via case studies and a narrative approach. These can include euthanasia, the right to die, and the use of advanced directives.
End of Life Care
Loss, grief and bereavement will be central within this module. Professional, legal and ethical issues related to death and dying will also be considered through the module.
Therapeutic Management of Life Limiting Illness in Palliative Care
The assessment and management of complex symptoms including pain, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, depression, fatigue and agitation will be explored, and appropriate interventions critically discussed