Palliative and End of Life Nursing Care

Spring 2021 > Health Sciences > NURS.5540 > 031

Course No: NURS.5540-031; SIS Class Nbr: 14063; SIS Term: 3030
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

Through didactic, discussion and field experiences, participants in this course explore research and theory related to death, dying, grief, bereavement, and end-of-life-care throughout the lifespan. Personal, professional, cultural, and ethical barriers and facilitators to the provision of palliative care will be examined using a holistic approach. Comfort and restorative care will be considered within the context of the family and the community in a variety of settings where palliative care is provided.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
• Instructor: Susan Parker
• UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

• Online Course
• 2021 Spring: Jan 25 to May 08
• Course Level: Graduate
• Tuition: $1725
• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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