EOLC Managing Pain and Symptoms

End of Life Care - Managing Pain and Symptoms

114 slide presentation split into 4 sessions with end of session assessments and learning activities and handouts.

Presentation - Session 1

Common Symptoms
Types of Pain
Physical Pain Types
Emotional Pain
Social and Spiritual Pain
Pain as an Experience
The Importance of Assessment and Pain Management
Shortness of Breath
Types of Shortness of Breath
Shortness of Breath Management Strategies
Nausea and Vomiting
Types of Vomiting
The Importance of Recognising Different Types of Nausea and Vomiting
Loss of Appetite
Dehydration
The Importance of Monitoring and Managing Loss of Appetite and Dehydration
Monitoring and Managing Loss of Appetite and Dehydration
Constipation
Bowel Problems
The Importance of Monitoring and Managing Constipation and Bowel Problems
Monitoring and Managing Constipation and Bowel Problems
Cognitive and Neurological Changes
Delirium
Dementia Progression
Reduced Attention and Concentration
Altered Consciousness
Neurological Symptoms
Communication Challenges
The Importance of Monitoring and Managing Cognitive and Neurological Changes
Skin Changes
Dry Skin
Pressure Ulcers
Skin Discolouration
Oedema
Itching
The Importance of Monitoring and Managing Skin Changes

Presentation - Session 2

Emotional and Psychological Distress
Anxiety and Depression
Existential Distress
Grief and Loss
Fear and Uncertainty
Spiritual Distress
The Importance of Addressing Emotional and Psychological Distress

Presentation - Session 3

Non-Pharmacological Strategies
Positioning
Common Considerations for Positioning
Massage
Benefits of Massage
Use of Massage
Relaxation Techniques
Benefits of Relaxation Techniques
Use of Relaxation Techniques
Music Therapy
Benefits of Music Therapy
Use of Music Therapy
Pet Therapy
Benefits of Pet Therapy
Use of Pet Therapy

Presentation - Session 4

Pharmaceutical Interventions
Analgesics - Opioids and Non Opioids
Opioids
Adjuvant Medications
Common Use of Adjuvant Medications
Use of Adjuvant Medications
Breakthrough Pain Medications
Common Use of Breakthrough Pain Medications
Use of Breakthrough Pain Medications

References

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3 x End of Session Assessments (one assessment covers session 1 and 2)
3 x Handouts (one handout covers session 1 and 2)
4 x Learning Activities

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