Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate diploma, you will update your clinical competencies in the management of complex and multifaceted symptoms associated with advanced and terminal illnesses" 

Palliative care nurses are adopting an interdisciplinary approach that integrates the management of physical, psychological, social and spiritual symptoms. From managing pain and dyspnea, to addressing anxiety and depression, nursing professionals are specialized to provide compassionate, personalized care that improves patients' quality of life. 

This is how this Postgraduate diploma was born, which will delve into pain from its anatomical basis to the most effective forms of exploration. Therefore, graduates will be able to identify and differentiate the different types of pain in order to be able to apply the most effective conventional treatments. In addition, they will be immersed in alternative and innovative techniques, therefore expanding their repertoire of tools to combat pain, considering the individuality of patients and their specific needs. 

The study plan will also focus on recognizing the different types of symptoms that palliative care patients may present, covering appropriate methods to explore patients to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective intervention. In this way, nurses will be able to treat each symptom in a correct and personalized way, basing their interventions on clinical evidence and empathy.  

Finally, professionals will differentiate between palliative and terminal patients, which is crucial for clinical decision making. In addition, the most frequent emergencies in these patients will be reviewed, as well as their clinical management, including knowledge of the most appropriate treatments for each situation. This will be essential to prepare nurses to respond quickly and effectively. 

For this reason, TECH has introduced a comprehensive, online program, designed to be flexible and responsive to the specific needs of the student body. To access study materials, all that is required is an electronic device connected to the Internet. In addition, it employs the innovative Relearning methodology, which focuses on the repetition of essential concepts to achieve a detailed and clear understanding of the contents.  

You will lead in clinical decision making, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and providing emotional and psychosocial support to both patients and their families” 

This Postgraduate diploma in Symptom Management in Palliative Care for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Symptom Management in Palliative Care for Nursing 
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out 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 effectively manage palliative care patients on a symptom-by-symptom basis, offering a personalized and compassionate approach to optimize the patient's quality of life" 

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. 

You will differentiate between palliative and terminal patients, and you will also specialize in the most common emergencies that may arise in this context. What are you waiting to enroll?"

You will cover conventional treatments, as well as alternatives and new therapies to improve pain management in palliative care patients, all through an extensive library of multimedia resources"

The academic program will cover a wide range of content, designed to prepare Nursing professionals in the expert and empathetic management of patients with advanced diseases. Therefore, it will cover everything from pain management, including its anatomy, assessment methods and conventional and alternative treatments, to the control of common symptoms in palliative care, such as fatigue, respiratory distress and gastrointestinal problems. It will also focus on the identification and management of specific medical emergencies in this area, specializing nurses to differentiate between palliative and terminal situations. 

From the in-depth study of pain and its anatomy, to the exploration of conventional and alternative forms of treatment, you will gain the skills to effectively manage pain" 

Module 1. Pain Treatment 

1.1. Pain in Palliative Care 

1.1.1. Approach to Pain in Palliative Care 
1.1.2. Epidemiology 
1.1.3. Most Common Types of Pain in Palliative Care Patients 

1.2. Anatomy of Pain 

1.2.1. Topographic Atlas 
1.2.2. Pain Pathways 

1.3. Classification 

1.3.1. According to Duration 
1.3.2. According to Origin 
1.3.3. According to Severity 
1.3.4. According to Pathophysiology 

1.4. Pain Assessment and Diagnosis 

1.4.1. Anamnesis and Examination 
1.4.2. Scales and Algorithms 
1.4.3. Imaging Techniques 

1.5. Pharmacological Treatment of Pain in the Palliative Patient 

1.5.1. Usual Pharmacological Treatment 
1.5.2. Pharmacological Treatment of the Most Frequent Comorbidities: IR, CHF, Hepatic Insufficiency, Cognitive Impairment
1.5.3. Opioid Rotation 

1.6. Non-Pharmacological Treatment 

1.6.1. Physical Therapy 
1.6.2. Radiotherapy 
1.6.3. Rehabilitation 

1.7. Pain in the Palliative Oncology Patient 

1.7.1. Consultation Approach 
1.7.2. Most Frequent Types of Pain 
1.7.3. Treatment and Follow-up Guidelines 

1.8. Intervention Techniques 

1.8.1. Ganglion Ablation 
1.8.2. Infiltrations 
1.8.3. Plexus 
1.8.4. Drug Infusion Pumps 
1.8.5. Neuro-Modulators 

1.9. Pain Associated with Antineoplastic Treatment 

1.9.1. Hypercalcemia 
1.9.2. Tumor lysis 
1.9.3. Related to Radiotherapy 

1.10. Repercussions of Pain 

1.10.1. On the Quality of Life 
1.10.2. On the Emotional Sphere 
1.10.3. Economic Repercussions 

Module 2. Symptom Management 

2.1. Symptom Management 

2.1.1. Consultation Approach 
2.1.2. How to Reflect the Severity of Symptoms 
2.1.3. Scales 

2.2. Anorexia-Cachexia 

2.2.1. Approach 
2.2.2. Monitoring 
2.2.3. Treatment 

2.3. Anxiety- Depression 

2.3.1. Approach 
2.3.2. Monitoring 
2.3.3. Treatment 

2.4. Digestive Symptoms 

2.4.1. Nausea 
2.4.2. Constipation 
2.4.3. Dysphagia 

2.5. Respiratory Symptoms 

2.5.1. Cough 
2.5.2. Hemoptysis. 
2.5.3. Stators 

2.6. Hiccup 

2.6.1. Approach 
2.6.2. Monitoring 
2.6.3. Treatment 

2.7. Delirium 

2.7.1. Approach 
2.7.2. Monitoring 
2.7.3. Treatment 

2.8. Asthenia 

2.8.1. Approach 
2.8.2. Monitoring 
2.8.3. Treatment 

2.9. Pruritus 

2.9.1. Approach 
2.9.2. Monitoring 
2.9.3. Treatment 

2.10. Seizures 

2.10.1. Approach 
2.10.2. Monitoring 
2.10.3. Treatment 

Module 3. Emergencies in Palliative Care 

3.1. Febrile Neutropenia 

3.1.1. Infections in Palliative Medicine 
3.1.2. Approach and Diagnosis 
3.1.3. Treatment 

3.2. Tumor lysis Syndrome 

3.2.1. Approach 
3.2.2. Diagnosis 
3.2.3. Treatment 

3.3. Spinal Cord Compression 

3.3.1. Approach 
3.3.2. Diagnosis 
3.3.3. Treatment 

3.4. Hypercalcemia 

3.4.1. Approach 
3.4.2. Diagnosis 
3.4.3. Treatment 

3.5. DVT- PTE 

3.5.1. Approach 
3.5.2. Diagnosis 
3.5.3. Treatment 

3.6. Anxiety Attack

3.6.1. Approach 
3.6.2. Diagnosis 
3.6.3. Treatment 

3.7. Intestinal Occlusion 

3.7.1. Approach 
3.7.2. Diagnosis 
3.7.3. Treatment 

3.8. Massive Hemorrhage 

3.8.1. Approach 
3.8.2. Diagnosis 
3.8.3. Treatment 

3.9. Oncologic Breakthrough Pain 

3.9.1. Approach 
3.9.2. Diagnosis 
3.9.3. Treatment 

3.10. Others in Emergency Situations 

3.10.1. Hemoptysis
3.10.2. Gastrointestinal Bleeding 
3.10.3. Dyspnea 

This comprehensive approach will enable you to develop clinical and communication skills to improve the patient's quality of life and offer support to families during complex and emotionally challenging processes"