Course Outline:
Unit 1 Working in Palliative Care - state the principles of hospice and palliative care
- identify the role of each member of the palliative care
- recognise the family as the primary unit of care
- identify common fears and anxieties experienced by the person
- outline the specific needs of the following groups in relation to
- death - dying and bereavement: children - people with mental illness
- reflect on their own feelings about death - dying and bereavement and the need for ongoing personal support and guidance
Unit 2 Communication Skills - demonstrate effective communication skills with those who display emotions such as anger - fear - sadness - depression -
- demonstrate effective communication skills with those who have communication difficulties - for example hearing impairment or speech difficulties
- promote an environment that allows the dying person and his/her family to express fears and emotions
- identify strategies for seeking advice and assistance
Unit 3 Caring for People with Specific Needs - explain the following: cancer - motor neurone disease - HIV/AIDS
- outline the physical - social - emotional - spiritual - sexual needs of the dying person
- evaluate the psychological - social - spiritual and physical aspects of pain
- provide care for the unconscious person while promoting safety - respect and comfort
- adapt care practice to meet the needs of persons who are experiencing: total pain - fatigue - nausea and vomiting - breathlessness
Assessment: Candidates must successfully complete a Learner Record & Assignment
Progression Routes: FETAC level 5 National Certificate-Healthcare
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