FlourishCare Core: Palliative Care
A module for health pros on improving patient quality of life through palliative care. It uses a case study to teach core principles, the 4Ms framework, symptom management, communication skills, and ethics.
Complete the Following Pre-Test
Pre-Test
Overview & Objectives
Case Study: David Chen
Defining Palliative Care: Beyond End of Life
Core Principles: A WHO Perspective
Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care: Clarifying the Distinction
Case Study: Mr. Chen at the Trager Palliative Care Clinic
References
Models of Teamwork: From Multidisciplinary to Interdisciplinary
Defining the Roles: A Deep Dive into the IDT
The Interdisciplinary Team Meeting in Practice
Case Study: The First IDT Meeting
References
Integrating Palliative Care with the Age-Friendly Health Systems 4Ms Framework
What Matters: Aligning Care with Patient Goals and Values
Medication: Principles of Deprescribing and Safe Pharmacotherapy
Mentation: Assessing and Supporting Cognitive and Emotional Health
Mobility: Maintaining Function and Preventing Harm
Case Study: Discovering What Matters to Mr. Chen
References
Comprehensive Pain Assessment and Management
Management of Dyspnea
Management of Nausea and Vomiting
Prevention and Management of Delirium
Mr. Chen Case Study: A Hospitalization for Worsening Symptoms