Course Code: PSCC-ELNEC-GRAD-5
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 6/30/2025
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
A. About This Course
B. Learning Objectives
Section 2: Preparing for a Good Death
A. A Good Death
B. Reflection
C. The Nurse, Dying, and Death
D. Individualized, Personal Experience
E. Importance of Being Honest
F. Open, Honest Communication
G. Preparing for Death
H. Common Ethical Issues
I. Critical-Thinking Question
J. Summary
Section 3: Frequent Symptoms Associated with Imminent Death
A. Two Roads to Death
B. Biophysical/Psychosocial/Spiritual Model
C. Most Common Symptoms
D. Delirium
E. Pain During the Final Hours
F. Terminal Secretions
G. Signs and Symptoms of Imminent Death
H. Psychological Concerns
I. Spiritual Concerns
J. Cultural Considerations
K. Cultural and Spiritual Considerations
L. Palliative Care in the Latino Population
M. Nursing Interventions: Support
N. Critical-Thinking Question
O. The Death Vigil
P. The Dying Child
Q. Key Points
R. The Dying Older Adult
S. Summary
Section 4: Care at the Time of Death
A. Care Following Death
B. Honoring Veterans
C. Care of Self
D. Self-Care
E. Critical-Thinking Question
F. Bereavement Support
G. Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
A. Summary
B. Course Contributor
C. Resources
D. References
E. Congratulations
Instructor: The National ELNEC Project
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.