An Evidence-based Approach to Managing Symptoms in Advanced Illness

1 Course Unit

This course uses an evidence-based approach towards systematic assessment and management of common symptoms and symptom clusters accompanying progressive, life-limiting illnesses within a framework of nationally recognized standards and guidelines for palliative and end-of-life care. Students are prepared to apply principles of palliative management to diverse patient populations across clinical settings including acute, primary, long-term, and community care. Refer to course syllabus or email course faculty for respective requirements. Prerequisite: Junior and senior undergraduates may be admitted with course faculty permission Spring 1 Course Unit