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NRSG368 Palliative Care Nursing Practice

10 cp
Prerequisites NRSG259 Promoting Health in Extended Care
Teaching Organisation 150 hours of focused learning.

This specialty practice unit will provide students with an opportunity to further develop knowledge and skills required for the delivery of holistic, family-focused care for those receiving palliative care within a multidisciplinary team. An extension of knowledge developed in NRSG259 Promoting Health in Extended Care will enable students to further develop their understanding of how people with an advanced incurable diagnosis are affected in relation to their cultural background, spirituality, physical and psychosocial functioning and independence. The unit will enable students to understand the principles of assisting clients and their families to live their remaining lifespan with maximum enjoyment and quality of life, despite their illness.

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