Physical/Psychological Dimensions of PC
Overview
Description
NUR 362 Physical & Psychological Dimensions of Palliative Care (3 credits)
This course will apply palliative care concepts and strategies to the management of physical and psychological symptoms and disease progression of common serious illnesses. We will further examine how palliative and hospice nurses collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to provide compassionate, supportive, comfort-focused care to seriously ill patients (including those nearing end of life) and to their loved ones.
This course will apply palliative care concepts and strategies to the management of physical and psychological symptoms and disease progression of common serious illnesses. We will further examine how palliative and hospice nurses collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to provide compassionate, supportive, comfort-focused care to seriously ill patients (including those nearing end of life) and to their loved ones.
Career
Undergraduate
Credits
Value
3