HLSC 4411 - INTERDISCIPLINARY CARE OF THE DYING CLIENT AND FAMILY

[2 Credits]

Students will be introduced to the concepts and principles of care of the dying client and family across the lifespan and the role of the professional nurse in promoting excellence in end of life care. Students analyze factors that influence care of the dying client and the role of interdisciplinary team in relations to the physical, emotional, existential, and spiritual domains of the dying experience. Students explore their personal views and beliefs about death and dying.