This 100% online Postgraduate certificate will provide you with specialized knowledge and advanced techniques for the effective management of complex symptoms affecting patients in advanced stages of illness"

Palliative care nurses not only focus on physical pain relief, but also address emotional, social and spiritual aspects of the patient. Using medications, complementary therapies and supportive techniques, they work closely together to ensure holistic and quality care.

It is in this context that this Postgraduate certificate is born, which will specialize professionals in the deep understanding of the physiological and pathological bases behind the symptomatology that commonly affects patients in terminal states. It will also cover a wide range of conditions, from chronic pain to dyspnea and fatigue, delving into the biological mechanisms and systemic interactions that contribute to these states.

It will also focus on the recognition of variations among similar symptoms, understanding their origin and specific manifestations for appropriate evaluation and treatment. In addition, advanced techniques will be taught to perform comprehensive health examinations of terminally ill patients, ensuring that no aspect of the patient's well-being is overlooked. From physical assessment, to consideration of psychological and social factors, graduates will perform comprehensive screening.

Finally, emphasis will be placed on acquiring practical skills to treat each symptom optimally, using both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. This comprehensive approach will be vital for the implementation of therapeutic strategies that effectively alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life of patients in their final stages. Without overlooking the importance of empathic communication skills and teamwork, crucial for success in palliative care.

Therefore, TECH has launched a comprehensive and fully digital program, designed to adapt to the individual needs of students, who will only require an electronic device with an Internet connection to access the teaching materials. Additionally, the Relearning methodology is included, which emphasizes the repetition of fundamental concepts to improve and naturalize the assimilation of the content.

You'll become skilled not only in improving patients' quality of life through more effective symptom management, but also in providing more competent emotional and psychological support”

This Postgraduate certificate 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 Control in Palliative Care for Nursing
• 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 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'll perform comprehensive health screenings for terminally ill patients and develop specific skills to optimally address each symptom through an extensive library of multimedia resources"

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 be updated on the causes of symptoms such as pain, fatigue, dyspnea and other common clinical signs in palliative care, acquiring a robust scientific basis to support your subsequent clinical interventions"

You will use assessment tools and measurement scales, essential in the palliative care setting, enabling you to effectively and empathetically document and track patient progress. Enroll now!"

Graduates will be immersed in the pathophysiology of the most common symptoms in palliative care, such as pain, dyspnea and nausea, among others, updating on their causes, manifestations and repercussions on the patient's quality of life. In addition, it will emphasize techniques to perform comprehensive evaluations of the patient, using appropriate assessment tools that allow an accurate assessment of the physical and emotional state. They will also delve into advanced strategies for symptom management, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.

Youwill apply clinical interventions within an interdisciplinary framework and holistic approach, ensuring personalized, patient-centered care"

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

The content will provide you with a solid foundation and practical skills to deliver quality, compassionate palliative care, supported by a revolutionary learning methodology known as Relearning"