In this program, we give you the necessary tools to develop your skills in palliative and terminal patient care, offering a better care to your patients in such complicated moments” 

Relieving the suffering of oncology patients is a fundamental task of nursing professionals, who must be able to provide support in moments of agony, which are a great emotional burden for both the patient and their family. 

In addition, the professional must acquire the necessary skills to provide specialized home care for those patients and family members who decide to spend their last days at home. Therefore, the patient will be provided with knowledge about the sedation process, differentiating the types and their characteristics and reaching a consensus with the family on the different therapeutic and relief options, prioritizing at all times the patient’s well-being. 

Bereavement will also be approached from a biopsychosocial perspective, learning to distinguish normal from pathological bereavement and differentiating its different phases. The nursing professional will learn about the recognition of the warning signs and manifestations of each phase and will be able to carry out effective nursing interventions focused on providing support to family members who have suffered a recent loss. 

The up-to-date contents of this Postgraduate certificate and its integrative approach will provide a complete vision of all aspects related to Oncology Nursing. The contents will provide a journey through the diverse needs of cancer patients, whose particularities require personalized attention. 

Both the design of the program and the didactic material used will facilitate the understanding of concepts, and the realization of practical cases will help to adapt what has been learned to clinical practice. In this way, this Postgraduate certificate will provide immersive learning in order to prepare professionals for real situations in their daily professional practice. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to study in the largest private online university” 

This Postgraduate certificate in Nursing Care in the Palliative and Terminal Patient contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Oncology Nursing
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• The latest developments in Nursing Care for Palliative and Terminal Patients
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Nursing Care for Palliative and Terminal Patients
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make when choosing a refresher program to expand your existing knowledge in Oncology Nursing”

The teaching staff includes professionals from Nursing Oncology, who bring their experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Oncology Nursing with extensive experience. 

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online Postgraduate certificate will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the field of Oncology Nursing, with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed and studied, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to healthcare.  

We have the most complete and up-to-date academic program in the market. We strive for excellence and for you to achieve it too’’

Module 1. Nursing Care for Palliative and Terminal Patients

1.1. Principles and Organization of Palliative Care

1.1.1. Palliative Care Definition 

1.1.1.1. Palliative Care Objectives 
1.1.1.2. Principles of Palliative Care 

1.1.2. History of Palliative Care 
1.1.3. Quality of Life 

1.2. Legislation and Ethical Aspects Related to Palliative Care

1.2.1. State Legislation 
1.2.2. Rights and Responsibilities of the Patients 
1.2.3. Quaternary Prevention 
1.2.4. Informed Consent 

1.3. Main Signs and Symptoms in the Terminal Patient

1.3.1. Digestive Manifestations 

1.3.1.1. Anorexia 
1.3.1.2. Constipation 
1.3.1.3. Nausea and Vomiting 
1.3.1.4. Cachexia 
1.3.1.5. Dryness and Mouth Lesions 

1.3.2. Respiratory Manifestations 

1.3.2.1. Dyspnoea 
1.3.2.2. Cough 
1.3.2.3. Hiccup 
1.3.2.4. Antemortem Rales 

1.3.3. Neuropsychological Manifestations 

1.3.3.1. Tiredness and Fatigue 
1.3.3.2. Insomnia 
1.3.3.3. Depression 
1.3.3.4. Delirium 

1.3.4. Genitourinary Manifestations 

1.3.4.1. Urinary Retention 

1.3.5. Pain 
1.3.6. Fever and Dysthermia 
1.3.7. Emergencies in the Terminally Ill Patient 

1.3.7.1. Massive Hemorrhage 
1.3.7.2. Seizures
1.3.7.3. Acute Respiratory Depression 

1.4. Nursing Care

1.4.1. Virginia Henderson Needs Model 

1.4.1.1. Need 1: Breathing 
1.4.1.2. Need 2: Food/Hydration 
1.4.1.3. Need 3: Elimination 
1.4.1.4. Need 4: Mobilization 
1.4.1.5. Need 5: Rest/Sleep 
1.4.1.6. Need 6: Getting Dressed 
1.4.1.7. Need 7: Temperature 
1.4.1.8. Need 8: Hygiene/Skin 
1.4.1.9. Need 9: Safety 
1.4.1.10. Need 10: Communication 
1.4.1.11. Need 11: Religion/Beliefs 
1.4.1.12. Need 12: Development 
1.4.1.13. Need 13: Recreational/Leisure Activities 
1.4.1.14. Need 14: Learn/Discover 

1.5. End of Life

1.5.1. Last Days 
1.5.2. Agony 

1.5.2.1. Agony Situation Characteristics 
1.5.2.2. Care of the Dying 

1.5.3. Spiritual Care 
1.5.4. Sedation 

1.5.4.1. Refractory Symptoms 
1.5.4.2. Sedation Types 
1.5.4.3. Drugs Used 
1.5.4.4. Ethical Considerations 

1.6. Palliative Care and Comprehensive Care of Oncology Patient

1.6.1. Multidisciplinary Team Role 
1.6.2. Care Models 
1.6.3. Family Care 

1.6.3.1. Family Symptoms in the Care of the Terminally Ill Patient 
1.6.3.2. Psychosocial Care 

1.7. Palliative Home Care

1.7.1. Background 
1.7.2. Home Care Process 
1.7.3. Dying at Home 

1.8. Grief

1.8.1. Definition 
1.8.2. Stages of Grief 
1.8.3. Manifestations of Grief 
1.8.4. Types of Grief 

1.8.4.1. Uncomplicated Grief 
1.8.4.2. Pathological Grief 
1.8.4.3. Anticipatory Grief 
1.8.4.4. Non-Complicated or Prolonged Grief 

1.8.5. End of Grief 
1.8.6. Nursing Interventions in Grief 
1.8.7. Grief Management 

1.9. Palliative Care Bioethics

1.9.1. Bioethics 
1.9.2. Human Dignity 
1.9.3. Quality of Life
1.9.4. Ethical and Bioethical Issues at the End of Life

1.10. Nursing Care Process (NCP) at the End of Life

1.10.1. Comprehensive Nursing Assessment
1.10.2. Need for NCP in Palliative Patients
1.10.3. Nursing Diagnosis (NANDA)
1.10.4. Nursing Outcomes (NOC)
1.10.5. Nursing Interventions (NIC)

This will provide key training to advance your career’’