What is it about?

This module will enable the practitioner to critically examine their practice when caring for this vulnerable group of patients and will consider the holistic needs of the patient and their carers. Participants will be encouraged to reflect and explore personal experiences arising from their own clinical practice in order to consider enhancing their professional practice.
Who is it for?
Nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and paramedics.

What will participants learn?

This module is aimed at practitioners who care for all patients at the end of life. The module focus is on the patient pathway, patient choice, e.g. preferred place of choice. The importance of multi-disciplinary care delivery will be a key component of the module. A flexible learning approach is adopted to assist in the development of specific knowledge relating to end of life care in both the cancer patient and patients suffering diseases other than cancer. 

How will it be delivered?  
Blended.

How will participants be assessed?     
3000 word reflective essay which demonstrates achievement of the learning outcomes.

What experience / qualifications do participants need?     
Working with clients at the end of life.

Code

AC6725
Level
6

Credits
20

When is it?  

8th October 2019

Where is it?  
Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).

University Contact Details
Name: Isabel Quinn 
Email:  isabel.quinn@northumbria.ac.uk
Telephone: 0191 215 6099

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