End of Life Care: Communication

Course overview

Communication is the process of giving and receiving information. It includes both verbal and nonverbal messages and is a skill that can always be improved upon. Communication is vital for a quality end of life. Effective communication at the end of life can ensure the dying person's wishes are considered. This course discusses when to have end-of-life discussions. It also discusses what topics should be addressed during end-of-life communication. Without good end-of-life communication, the dying individual may not have their final wishes carried out.