Managing Symptoms in End of Life Care

Learning outcomes

1 Understand the effects of symptoms in relation to end of life care

1.1 Identify a range of conditions where you might provide end of life care

1.2 Identify common symptoms associated with end of life care

1.3 Explain how symptoms can cause an individual distress and discomfort

1.4 Evaluate the significance of the individual's own perception of their symptoms

2 Be able to manage symptoms of end of life care

2.1 Demonstrate a range of techniques to provide symptom relief

2.2 Describe own role in supporting therapeutic options used in symptom relief

2.3 Respond to an individual's culture and beliefs in managing their symptoms

2.4 Actively support the comfort and wellbeing in end of life care

2.5 Recognise symptoms that identify the last few days of life may be approaching

3 Understand how to manage symptoms of pain

3.1 Identify signs that may indicate that an individual is experiencing pain

3.2 Describe factors that can influence an individual's perception of pain

3.3 Describe a range of assessment tools for monitoring pain in individuals, including those with cognitive impairment

3.4 Explain how to maintain regular pain relief

4 Be able to integrate symptom management in the care management process

4.1 Explain how symptom management is an important part of the care planning process

4.2 Regularly monitor symptoms associated with end of life care

4.3 Report changes in symptoms according to policies and procedures in own work setting

4.4 Support the implementation of changes in the care plan