Palliative Care: Professional Considerations

Course overview

Palliative Care: Professional Considerations explores the distinctive aspects of treating palliative patients and how this contrasts with standard therapeutic practices. Trace the entire appointment process of a palliative patient and explore the necessary modifications required at each stage. Learn how to modify standard health history and assessment protocols tailored to accommodate the unique needs of palliative patients. Explore the recommended protocol to follow when therapists encounter emergencies during treatment sessions. Delve into treatment considerations that hold particular importance for palliative patients, considering aspects such as non-verbal communication and environmental modifications. Explore treatment precautions and contraindications common to palliative patients, including an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of addressing decubitus ulcers. Develop a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and familiarize yourself with various medications commonly prescribed for palliative patients. This course ensures that manual therapists are well-prepared to provide nuanced and compassionate care to palliative patients, incorporating specialized considerations into their professional practice.