Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate diploma, you will develop advanced competencies to efficiently identify and address a wide range of symptoms in Non-Oncology Patients in Palliative Care"

The demand for Palliative Care has increased in recent years, due to factors such as the aging of the population or the emergence of chronic non-malignant diseases. In this context, new technologies are having a significant impact in this area by improving care and support for patients with advanced diseases. For example, specialists use Peritoneal Catheters for the symptomatic management of Refractory Ascites, significantly reducing abdominal distention and associated respiratory problems. Given these advances, medical professionals need to acquire the skills to master the most innovative devices in this field of healthcare to provide top-quality care. 

To help them with this task, TECH is developing a cutting-edge and comprehensive program in Palliative Care in Non-Oncology Patients The syllabus will focus on Symptom Management of different pathologies (ranging from Anxiety or Depression to Seizures) and will analyze the most effective therapeutic treatments for each case. It will also delve into the proper approach to conditions such as COPD, Pulmonary Fibrosis or Chronic Renal Insufficiency. In addition, the didactic materials will delve into the most modern and effective techniques for the clinical care of individuals in terminal stages and optimize the clinical condition of their patients.  

The program methodology will also reflect the need for flexibility and adaptation to contemporary professional demands. Based on a 100% online format, the program will allow physicians to advance in their updating without compromising their job responsibilities. In addition, the application of TECH's disruptive Relearning system will ensure a more comprehensive understanding of the program. All this under the pedagogical guidance of an exceptional teaching staff that is distinguished by the collaboration of a renowned international expert. A specialist with dissimilar scientific results who will be responsible for imparting rigorous and exclusive Masterclasses.  

Master the most innovative techniques and therapeutic tools in the field of Palliative Care with the comprehensive Masterclasses of the International Guest Director of this TECH program"

This Postgraduate diploma in Palliative Care in Non-Oncology Patients contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Palliative Care 
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning. 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will design effective strategies to provide emotional support to your patients in the face of challenges associated with advanced illness" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this specializing program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

The university program will include various clinical cases that will allow you to practice in simulated learning environments"

The Relearning methodology powered by TECH will allow you to update your knowledge in an autonomous and progressive way. At your own speed!"

With this university program, physicians will have a comprehensive approach to palliative care and its application in the management of individuals with non-oncological diseases. The itinerary will delve into the control of symptoms of various diseases (such as Anorexia-Cachexia) and delve into their respective treatments. The didactic contents will provide graduates with the keys to address conditions such as heart failure, Multiple Sclerosis or Parkinson's disease. Likewise, the program will address the most innovative palliative care techniques, including Elastomeric Infusors or Nutritional Ultrasound. In this way, graduates will acquire competencies to evaluate and manage pain.  

A complete syllabus that incorporates all the knowledge you need to take a step towards the highest excellence in Palliative Care in Non-Oncology Patients"

Module 1. Symptom Management 

1.1. Symptom Management 

1.1.1. Consultation Approach 
1.1.2. How to Reflect the Severity of Symptoms 
1.1.3. Scales 

1.2. Anorexia-Cachexia 

1.2.1. Approach 
1.2.2. Monitoring 
1.2.3. Treatment 

1.3. Anxiety- Depression 

1.3.1. Approach 
1.3.2. Monitoring 
1.3.3. Treatment 

1.4. Digestive Symptoms 

1.4.1. Nausea 
1.4.2. Constipation 
1.4.3. Dysphagia 

1.5. Respiratory Symptoms 

1.5.1. Cough 
1.5.2. Hemoptysis
1.5.3. Stators 

1.6. Hiccup 

1.6.1. Approach 
1.6.2. Monitoring 
1.6.3. Treatment 

1.7. Delirium 

1.7.1. Approach 
1.7.2. Monitoring 
1.7.3. Treatment 

1.8. Asthenia 

1.8.1. Approach 
1.8.2. Monitoring 
1.8.3. Treatment 

1.9. Pruritus 

1.9.1. Approach 
1.9.2. Monitoring 
1.9.3. Treatment 

1.10. Seizures 

1.10.1. Approach 
1.10.2. Monitoring 
1.10.3. Treatment 

Module 2. Palliative Care in Non-Oncological Processes 

2.1. Heart Failure 

2.1.1. Diagnosis 
2.1.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.1.3. Treatment 

2.2. COPD 

2.2.1. Diagnosis 
2.2.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.2.3. Treatment 

2.3. Pulmonary Fibrosis 

2.3.1. Diagnosis 
2.3.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.3.3. Treatment 

2.4. Chronic Renal Insufficiency 

2.4.1. Diagnosis 
2.4.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.4.3. Treatment 

2.5. Hepatopathy or Liver Disease 

2.5.1. Diagnosis 
2.5.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.5.3. Treatment 

2.6. Cognitive Impairment 

2.6.1. Diagnosis 
2.6.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.6.3. Treatment 

2.7. ALS 

2.7.1. Diagnosis 
2.7.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.7.3. Treatment 

2.8. Multiple Sclerosis 

2.8.1. Diagnosis 
2.8.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.8.3. Treatment 

2.9. Parkinson’s Disease 

2.9.1. Diagnosis 
2.9.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.9.3. Treatment 

2.10. Peripheral Arterial Failure 

2.10.1. Diagnosis 
2.10.2. Palliation Criteria 
2.10.3. Treatment 

Module 3. Palliative Care Techniques in Medicine 

3.1. General Ultrasound 

3.1.1. Uses of Ultrasound 
3.1.2. Support in Techniques 
3.1.3. Urgent Pathology Screening 

3.2. Nutritional Ultrasound 

3.2.1. Muscle Measurement 
3.2.2. Fat Measurement 
3.2.3. Angle of Pennation 

3.3. Thoracentesis 

3.3.1. Pleural Catheters 
3.3.2. Technique 
3.3.3. Complications 

3.4. Paracentesis 

3.4.1. Peritoneal Catheters 
3.4.2. Technique 
3.4.3. Complications 

3.5. Subcutaneous Route 

3.5.1. Elastomeric Infusers 
3.5.2. Subcutaneous Treatments 
3.5.3. Compatible Mixtures in Infusers 

3.6. Non-invasive Techniques in Pain Control 

3.6.1. Capsicin 
3.6.2. Radiofrequency 
3.6.3. Heat 
3.6.4. Physical Exercise 

3.7. Invasive Techniques in Pain Control 

3.7.1. Infiltrations 
3.7.2. Plexus Ablations 
3.7.3. Ganglion Ablation 
3.7.4. Drug Delivery Pumps 
3.7.5. Neuromodulators 

3.8. Central Routes 

3.8.1. Types of Central Pathways 
3.8.2. Channeling Technique 
3.8.3. Complications 

3.9. Management of Intravenous Pumps 

3.9.1. Types of Pumps 
3.9.2. Use in Routine Practice 
3.9.3. Compatible Drugs 

3.10. Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Palliative Care 

3.10.1. Cpap 
3.10.2. BiPap 
3.10.3. Cough Assist

Make the most of this opportunity to surround yourself with expert professionals and learn from their work methodology"