This course is designed to present an in-depth understanding of the current knowledge and research in psychological and supportive care for patients and families living with cancer. Information relevant to the following domains will be explored: symptom management; psychological, spiritual and culturally-appropriate care; communication; survivorship; and hospice and palliative care.
Prerequisite: Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology and Advanced Health Assessment across the Lifespan.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Analyze theories and research findings relative to the current understanding of cancer and treatment-related symptoms across the cancer care continuum; 2) Identify evidence-based advanced nursing practice for symptom management and psychological care of patients with cancer, across the cancer care continuum, including at the end of life; 3) Identify strategies for effective communication with patients, families, and interprofessional team members; 4) Describe psychosocial, spiritual, and culturally appropriate components of care with patients and families coping with cancer; 5) Explain unique issues of the cancer survivor; 6) Integrate principles of palliative care across the cancer care continuum; 7) Articulate the role of the advanced practice nurse in the interprofessional management of patients.
Prerequisite: Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology and Advanced Health Assessment across the Lifespan.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1) Analyze theories and research findings relative to the current understanding of cancer and treatment-related symptoms across the cancer care continuum; 2) Identify evidence-based advanced nursing practice for symptom management and psychological care of patients with cancer, across the cancer care continuum, including at the end of life; 3) Identify strategies for effective communication with patients, families, and interprofessional team members; 4) Describe psychosocial, spiritual, and culturally appropriate components of care with patients and families coping with cancer; 5) Explain unique issues of the cancer survivor; 6) Integrate principles of palliative care across the cancer care continuum; 7) Articulate the role of the advanced practice nurse in the interprofessional management of patients.