For all modules and courses the applications portal will close 4 weeks before the start date. All applications must be submitted and funding confirmed before the portal closes. Any applications that have not been processed and or do not have funding confirmed from the sponsor organisation before the portal closure will not be accepted by the IHSC administrator staff

 

This module focuses on key principles in relation to assessment, management and treatment of pain and other symptoms using a palliative care approach. It reviews the aetiology, mechanism, assessment and treatment of common and difficult symptoms in palliative care. It develops the student’s knowledge and skills in assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating evidence based interventions related to pain and symptom management.