End of Life Care

Nobody knows how many tomorrows they have left. Learn how to bring comfort, dignity and support to older Australians nearing their end of life.

Category

Aged Care (Residential Care)

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Advanced Care

Author

Rebecca Muir

Endorser

Merryn Donnellan

Description

It can be hard to talk about end of life care, but it's important for aged care workers. This series will give learners the ability to help older Australians feel comfortable and autonomous while nearing their end of life. They will also learn how to balance the needs and wants of
families and loved ones.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this question set, learners will be able to:

  • Execute appropriate techniques for ensuring the needs of all parties are met when the older Australian is dying.
  • Implement appropriate strategies for responding to recognised concerns from the older Australian or their family.

Questions
  1. An Older Australian is dying
  2. Signs of dying
  3. Talking to family
  4. Caring for a dying person
  5. Taking care of yourself
  6. Goals of care
  7. Confirming death
  8. Worried about death

End of Life Care

Nobody knows how many tomorrows they have left. Learn how to bring comfort, dignity and support to older Australians nearing their end of life.

Category

Aged Care (Residential Care)

Advanced Care

Audience

Aged Care (Residential Care)

Endorser

Merryn Donnellan

Registered Nurse

Author

Rebecca Muir

FMN Campaign Director

Audio Support

Yes

No