Palliative Care Medicine Management: Enhancing End-of-Life Support

Inspired by Cicely Saunders, the British nurse who revolutionised end-of-life care by founding the modern hospice movement, our course "Palliative Care Medicine Management: Enhancing End-of-Life Support" continues her mission. Dive deep into the subtleties of medicine management, learning to provide patients in the twilight of their lives the best possible comfort and dignity.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of medicine management, providing a solid foundation for your studies.
• Appreciate the importance of medicine management in optimising patient care.
• Acquire knowledge on effectively prescribing medication, focusing on the unique needs of palliative care patients.
• Address common problems in palliative care with pharmacological management solutions.
• Familiarise yourself with commonly used medicines in palliative care and their appropriate application.
• Gain insights into the four principles of medicine optimisation, promoting efficient and effective use of medicines.

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - £4.99

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £9.99

In a nation where over half a million people receive palliative care each year, the role of medicine management in enhancing end-of-life support is crucial. Our course, 'Palliative Care Medicine Management: Enhancing End-of-Life Support', offers an in-depth exploration of this critical field. It starts with an overview of medicine management fundamentals, further delving into the significance of effective medicine management in enhancing patient care. The course also outlines strategies for prescribing medication effectively to maximise patient comfort.

Progressing further, the course investigates common issues in palliative care and their pharmacological management solutions, coupled with an exploration of common medicines used in palliative care settings. The course concludes with insights into the four principles of medicine optimisation, medicine management in residential aged care facilities, and a detailed overview of relevant laws and legislations. This comprehensive understanding prepares you to provide exceptional care to patients in need.

Certification

Upon completing the course, you can choose to receive a certificate named Control and Administration of Medicines. Prices for certificates are as follows:

PDF Certificate: £4.99

Email delivery of printable/shareable PDF certificate.

UK Students: £9.99

Professionally printed certificate delivered in the UK.

International Students: £14.99

Professionally printed certificate delivered internationally.

• Healthcare professionals seeking to specialise in palliative care medicine management.
• Nurses and doctors currently working in palliative care settings.
• Pharmacists aiming to enhance their knowledge in medicine management for palliative care.
• Healthcare administrators working in hospices or aged care facilities.
• Professionals in the pharmaceutical industry looking to better understand palliative care medication.
• Students of medicine or nursing specialising in palliative care.

• Palliative Care Physician: salary range £70,000 - £105,000.
• Palliative Care Nurse: salary range £24,000 - £40,000.
• Pharmacist with a focus on Palliative Care: salary range £35,000 - £55,000.
• Hospice Administrator: salary range £30,000 - £50,000.
• Palliative Care Consultant: salary range £80,000 - £110,000.
• Residential Aged Care Facility Manager: salary range £30,000 - £45,000.

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