Palliative and End of Life Nursing Care

Spring 2019 > Health Sciences > NURS.5540 > 031

Course No: NURS.5540-031; SIS Class Nbr: 14205; SIS Term: 2830
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
  • 2019 Spring: Jan 22 to May 05
  • Chat Hours: Mon 7-8pm*
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1725
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers, and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended. Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the scheduled times.

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