Program Description
The goal of palliative care is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family. This webinar will review the history of palliative care, its goals, unique communication techniques, and the role of the navigator as patient advocate and voice for the patient who is approaching end of life.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the history of palliative care
- Define the goals of palliative care
- Learn communication techniques regarding how to discuss the topic of palliative care with a patient and their family members
- Understand the role of the navigator as patient advocate and voice for the patient who is approaching end of life