Aim:
To enable all staff to provide practical, non-pharmacological approaches to relieve symptoms in the last year of life
Learning Outcomes:
To acquire non-pharmacological approaches to common symptoms in life limiting illness:
- Breathlessness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Constipation
- Pain
- Swallowing difficulties
To be able to take a holistic approach to care of the dying person, considering their Psychological, Spiritual, Physical and Social needs
To be familiar with a range of Complementary Therapies to relieve symptoms at end of life
To introduce basic hand massage technique
Dates for 2018:
- Thursday 18th October
Booking terms and conditions can be found below, please familiarise yourselves with these before reserving your place on this Study Day.