Unit

School Of Nursing And Midwifery

Palliative and End of Life CareWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401463.1

Discipline: GENERAL NURSING

Student Contribution Band: 1

Level: 7

Credit Points: 10

Assumed Knowledge
Well-developed communication and person-centred care skills.


Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in course 4785 - Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry).


About this Unit
Palliative and End of Life Care focuses on the palliative approach as a model of care, exploring the benefits of this approach when supporting dying individuals with any life limiting illness. Students will acquire the capabilities to develop self-care strategies to manage their own grief, loss and stress associated with working in a palliative care context.

Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for further information.


Courses
4785.1Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry)CURRENT




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