Area of Focus: Hospice Care

Hospice Symptom Management Part 1

This two-part series is a comprehensive review of the most common symptoms that cause discomfort at end-of-life. Part 1 focuses on assessing and treating pain, dyspnea and anxiety. These courses discuss how these symptoms are typically treated and which medications to initiate for maximum effectiveness. The courses use assessment tools and case scenarios to promote Read More

Comfort Feeding

Develop an understanding of the non-verbal cues associated with comfort feeding. Learn what makes food appealing, how to regulate food temperature and best techniques for hand feeding.

Dispelling the Myths of Hospice Care

Some of the most significant barriers to a patient with a terminal illness receiving hospice care are misperceptions held by their families and healthcare team alike. In this class we will address your concerns as well as the most common misperception about hospice care.

Artificial Nutrition and Hydration at End of Life

This lecture provides accurate and evidence-based information about the use of artificial nutrition and hydration at the end of life as well as tips for communication and decision making. Participants will be able to identify common fears, obstacles and preconceived notions about food and nutrition/hydration at end of life. They will understand the normal dying Read More

At the Bedside of the Dying Patient

This program will provide clinicians with an understanding of the changes that occur in care needs and symptom burden in the last days, weeks, and months of life. Participants will be able to identify which interventions to provide to ease those burdens on both the patient and the family.

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