Download or read book Preparation of Senior Nursing Students for End of life care written by Sheri Gunderson and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book End of life Preparation of Undergraduate Nursing Students written by Renee B. Kumpula and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this study is to answer the question: Is there a difference in the acquired knowledge of end-of-life nursing care and concerns about caring for dying patients of senior nursing students who complete an end-of-life nursing course during their undergraduate education compared with students who do not complete an end-of-life course? This question postulates potential difference between groups in knowledge of end-of-life care and related concern about dealing with death and dying. In this study, the independent variable is educational treatment through an end-of-life elective course and the dependent variable is any resulting change in knowledge and concern."--leaf 11.
Download or read book End of Life Care A Practical Guide Second Edition written by Barry M. Kinzbrunner and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2011-01-07 with total page 881 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most thorough text available on providing patients and families with quality end-of-life care "The study/learning questions at the end of each chapter make this book an excellent resource for both faculty who wish to test knowledge, and individual learners who wish to assess their own learning....The book is well written and easy to read. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service End of Life Care: A Practical Guide offers solution-oriented coverage of the real-world issues and challenges that arise daily for clinicians caring for those with life-limiting illnesses and conditions. End of Life Care: A Practical Guide includes specific clinical guidance for pain management and other common end of life symptoms. The second edition has been made even more essential with the addition of chapter-ending Q&A for self assessment and board review, new coverage of multicultural medicine, an increased number of algorithms to assist decision making on complicated clinical, legal, and ethical issues. Six sections walk you through the complexities of caring for patients who are nearing the end of life: Preparing Patients for End of Life Management of Symptoms Diagnostic and Invasive Interventions Ethical Dilemmas Special Populations Diversity No other text better assists physicians and other clinicians in providing patients near the end of life with support, guidance, and hope in the face of “hopelessness” than End of Life Care: A Practical Guide.
Download or read book Palliative and End of Life Nursing Care written by Beth Hardy and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2023-03-03 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Palliative and end of life care are an essential component of nursing practice. This book provides students with the key information they need to deliver effective and safe end of life care for patients and their families. Crucially, it also creates opportunities for them to reflect on their own perspectives on death and dying and explore the impact of this on their practice. Key features Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses (2018) Helps you to develop a holistic understanding of the fundamental principles and practice of palliative and end of life care Activities encourage you reflect on your own perspectives of death and dying and to consider the impact this has on your practice Case studies bring the theory to life and illustrate the real world applicability
Download or read book Student Nurses Perception of Death and Dying written by Joan E. Niederriter and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Student nurses are involved in caring for patients who are actively dying or who have been told they have a terminal illness and are faced with the process of dying. Students encounter these patients in hospitals, nursing homes, at home or in hospice care settings. According to Robinson (2004), "nurses are the healthcare providers that are most often with individuals at the end of their lives" (p. 89). Nurses should be knowledgeable about end-of-life care. Studies show that only 0.41% of nurses are certified in palliative care (Means to a better end, 2004). Nursing students often have a difficult time coping with the stress that comes with caring for those who are dying (Johannsson and Lalley, 1990-91). Student nurses need to be prepared to take an active role in caring for patients who are dying or have been told they have a terminal illness. Students are in clinical settings where they may encounter death and dying. These settings include hospitals, nursing homes, and community/home care areas. Understanding students' perceptions of death and dying can help educators prepare students for these situations by using the research available to plan better ways to teach students about the needs of the dying/terminal patient and their family. These needs include physical, spiritual, emotional and social. A qualitative investigation with thirteen junior level nursing students from a large urban university in Northeast Ohio was used in the research. Findings revealed that an emphasis on the domains of thoughts, feelings, communication, multicultural diversity, education and coping mechanisms are essential in nursing education. Participants reported a need for additional education in the area of communication and culturally responsive care. This study suggests that there is a great need to educate students about death and dying, cultural competence, communication skills and coping with emotional stress.
Download or read book A New Nurse Faces Her Fear of End of Life Care written by and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New Nurse Faces Her Fear of End-Of-Life Care Come join me as I reflect on my journey and share what I have learned from multiple professionals with vast knowledge of thanatology as well as experience caring for patients at the end of life. I will share what I learned about what it takes to be a home care hospice nurse, the job of a palliative care doctor and what URI's very own senior nursing students have to say about thanatology in their academic program and future careers. My desire to pursue this project stemmed from a need to learn more about death with dignity than I had in my traditional nursing education. I, like many people, am uncomfortable with the thought of death and caring for a patient in the last days, weeks, or months of life. This fear drove me to create an emotionally challenging project forcing me out of my comfort zone in an effort to learn vitals skills I will need as a nurse. I believe that some of the most meaningful learning can be obtained from peers. This concept sparked the idea to interview fellow classmates to hear their thoughts and opinions about thanatology and end-of-life care. I was curious about their impression of its inclusion in URI's nursing program and what curriculum improvements they might suggest related to our death education. My goal is to continue gaining knowledge and experience in the clinical setting to supplement what I have learned in my quest to conquer my fears and acquire a necessary skill set to care for the dying patient and their family. Here I will share with you what I believe to be the three primary concepts and skills every nurse needs to learn about thanatology and end-of life care.
Download or read book Re Imagining the End of Life written by Janet Booth and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-18 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does it mean to be prepared for the last part of our lives?One of the many lessons author and end-of-life nurse coach Janet Booth learned at the bedside of dying people is how painful it is to come unprepared to the end of life, whether it is our own or that of our loved ones. Much of the suffering we experience seems to come from our unfamiliarity with the journey at end of life and our not knowing how to prepare for it. So there is a need for a different kind of conversation about serious illness and dying in our country. Nurses are trusted professionals who are present with people through all of life's transitions. How might they take more leadership in these conversations?The purpose of this handbook is to provide nurses, coaches, and other health care professionals with opportunities for reflection and inspiration in their work. As nurses and health care professionals, many of us have seen firsthand that the process of navigating serious illness and death within our complex health care system is often confusing, isolating, crisis-driven, and dis-heartening.What outcomes might be possible if instead: * we reimagined the end of life as a vital, purposeful stage of human development? * practices of healing - forgiveness, gratitude, and letting go - became essential parts of our care plans? * wisdom instead of fear informed our challenging decision points? * we prepared for death in order to live more fully the time that we have? * the hard work of caregiving was sustainable and meaningful for both family and professional caregivers?In this book you will find fresh ideas, tools, and reflective practices that encourage you to explore your personal beliefs and values about aging, advanced illness, and dying. It is intended to inspire you to reimagine the end of life as a vital part of how we become fully human - a time of life that holds value, meaning, and purpose.
Download or read book A Comparison of Methodologies Used to Teach End of life Care to Baccalaureate Nursing Students written by Frances Figueroa Mal and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Individuals facing serious life-threatening illnesses and approaching death deserve to be treated with dignity, respect and compassion. They deserve to receive care that focuses on the individuals goals for care. Their families need and deserve to receive support as well. Unfortunately, the way end of life is handled in today's medical settings has much to do with what healthcare professionals consider to be their obligation, not only what such obligations are, but also to whom they are owed. Much has been written about the limited amount of end-of-life care education and training medical and nursing students receive in their respective programs in the United States. Research on end-of-life care instruction in baccalaureate nursing programs in the State of New Jersey shows that many programs integrate the subject of death and dying into their curriculum. Currently, only two programs have courses that are specifically on end-of life. Thus, a great majority of nursing students graduate without sufficient instruction on end-of-life care or have ever taken care of a patient who is in the stages of dying. Nurses take care of patients who are sick and patients who are dying; it is surprising that little attention is given to a subject that is so important to the human spirit. Nurses need to have preparation in order to achieve an understanding of the dynamics that occur when a patient is dying. They need to be able to care for the patient and the family during this crucial time. Our students are not being given the fundamental knowledge or the clinical experiences that will allow them to achieve a comfort level in this area. This dissertation compares two methodologies used in teaching end-of-life care to determine which provides the best outcome for learning.
Download or read book Approaching Death written by Committee on Care at the End of Life and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1997-10-30 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the end of life makes its inevitable appearance, people should be able to expect reliable, humane, and effective caregiving. Yet too many dying people suffer unnecessarily. While an "overtreated" dying is feared, untreated pain or emotional abandonment are equally frightening. Approaching Death reflects a wide-ranging effort to understand what we know about care at the end of life, what we have yet to learn, and what we know but do not adequately apply. It seeks to build understanding of what constitutes good care for the dying and offers recommendations to decisionmakers that address specific barriers to achieving good care. This volume offers a profile of when, where, and how Americans die. It examines the dimensions of caring at the end of life: Determining diagnosis and prognosis and communicating these to patient and family. Establishing clinical and personal goals. Matching physical, psychological, spiritual, and practical care strategies to the patient's values and circumstances. Approaching Death considers the dying experience in hospitals, nursing homes, and other settings and the role of interdisciplinary teams and managed care. It offers perspectives on quality measurement and improvement, the role of practice guidelines, cost concerns, and legal issues such as assisted suicide. The book proposes how health professionals can become better prepared to care well for those who are dying and to understand that these are not patients for whom "nothing can be done."
Download or read book Cultural Preparedness of Senior Baccalaureate Nursing Students to Care for Patients at End of Life written by Valencia Chicoine and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this study was to identify the extent baccalaureate students perceive they are prepared through their nursing education for care for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds."--Provided by author.
Download or read book Evidence Based Geriatric Nursing Protocols for Best Practice written by Marie Boltz, PhD, RN, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2024-11-15 with total page 671 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for previous editions: "The evidence-based protocols are designed as a primary reference and are useful, substantive, and timely....The broader contributions of useful format and succinct review of the evidence make it likely that this text will continue to be the leading resource in nursing education and practice." --The Gerontologist "As a gerontological clinical educator/research nurse, I will often use this as a reference. The format and the content are good, and the explanations of how to best use the evidence simplify the process of sifting through mountains of information to figure the best practice." Score: 97 --Doodys The result of a collaboration between expert practitioners and educators in geriatric nursing, the seventh edition of this acclaimed reference has been updated and revised with new information on chronic conditions and emerging models of care presented in 10 completely new chapters. It provides the most current, evidence-based protocols for improving both quality of care and patient outcomes when caring for older adults in multiple disciplines and settings. As in past editions, the seventh edition is distinguished by its use of a rigorous systematic method (AGREE: Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation) to improve the validity of the book's evidence-based content. Chapters provide assessment and management principles, clinical interventions, and information on specialty practice and models of care. Included in most chapters are protocols developed for each clinical condition by experts in that specific area. Evidence is current and derived from all settings of care, including community, primary, acute, and long-term care. Protocols include an overview and evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies. Illustrative case studies with discussion are presented in most chapters, along with chapter objectives and references with evidence ratings. Instructor's resources include an AACN Mapping Grid, Course Cartridge, Transition Guide, PowerPoints, and Test Bank. New to the Seventh Edition: Updated to encompass the latest trends in older adult care, chronic conditions, and emerging models of care New chapters on care and management of diabetes and respiratory care New chapters on issues surrounding nutrition and dementia, and mental illness New chapter on care and comfort at the end of life New chapters on adopting principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and an age-friendly health system into practice New chapters on models of care in long-term, community-based, and primary care Key Features: Delivers easy-to-follow geriatric protocols for best practices Updates evidence regularly to reflect current practice standards Encompasses a broad scope of content including detailed information rarely covered in professional literature Offers case studies and discussions to illustrate application of protocol to practice Written by renowned leaders in geriatric nursing education and practice Use of AGREE (Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation) to improve the validity of evidence throughout the text
Download or read book Addressing Death Anxiety in Undergraduate Curricula written by Rebecca Benson and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The existence of death anxiety among nursing students negatively impacts their care of dying patients. The literature indicates that preparation for end-of-life care is inconsistent and insufficient in undergraduate nursing curricula, resulting in patient avoidance and inadequate end-of life nursing care. The purpose of this clinical project was to evaluate the effectiveness of an evidence- based educational program on death anxiety levels among students in a baccalaureate nursing program. The forty hour program was carried out over two nonconsecutive weekends and was comprised of experiential, clinical and didactic interventions. Transformative learning theory was used in the implementation of interventions, and the Model for Evidence-Based Practice Change was used to guide the project. The outcome demonstrated a 16% mean reduction in death anxiety levels among the eighteen students who participated, as measured by the Templer Death Anxiety Scale. The project demonstrated that death anxiety levels among nursing students can be effectively reduced through systematic implementation of experiential, clinical and didactic interventions. Inclusion of end-of-life education within nursing curricula can reduce death anxiety among students and precipitate better care for terminal patients. Key words: nursing students; death anxiety; end-of-life care; palliative care; nursing curricula; death education " -- Abstract.
Download or read book A Practical Guide to End of Life Care written by Clair Sadler and published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK). This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you involved in caring for people at the end of their life? Do you have a role in supporting the families of those who are dying, or is this an area of your work you find personally difficult? This book is an accessible guide for all those working in health or social care and caring for people at the end of their lives. This will include people in roles such as healthcare assistant, hospice worker, volunteer, nurse or other carers. Written by experts with extensive experience in delivering high quality end of life care, this book is full of real life examples, reflection exercises and case studies. It also includes insights into what can help make a good death, and how to help support families at the end of life.The easy to read chapters emphasise treating people who are dying with dignity using a person centred approach. The book supports the delivery of quality care by recognising physical and non-physical symptoms, and thinking about various emotional and physical needs people might have. It is also important that care givers look after themselves and advice is given on how best to do this. An essential purchase for anyone looking for guidance or support in this area, and suitable for those working in the community, care homes, hospices, hospitals or other settings where people are cared for. With a Foreword from Dr. Ros Taylor, MBE, National Director for Hospice Care, Hospice UK. “The book strikes a balance between the factual and the personal, and gives the reader detailed information and time to think through reflection exercises.” Deborah Preshaw, doctoral nursing student, Queens University Belfast, UK “This is a beautifully presented learning tool to support the delivery of end of life care. I particularly like the ‘signposts’ which reinforce the intention of the book to enable ‘carers’ to apply what they read to their role in practice.” Liz Bryan, Director of Education and Training, St Christopher's Hospice, UK "This book is a very welcome addition to the literature on end of life care, as it does exactly what it says – it is a practical guide. I highly recommend this book." Mick Coughlan, Programme Leader, The Royal Marsden School, UK "I feel this book would be very useful for those new to palliative care as well as those studying the subject. Relating theory to practice is always powerful and for new nurses and other healthcare professionals this provides context and meaning." Clodagh Sowton, Director of Patient Services, Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, UK "This is a welcome book to the field of end of life care. This practical guide is accessible and is an excellent bridge between the ‘Lay Person’ and those health care professionals caring for the individual as they approach the end of life. I will be directing students of healthcare towards this impressive, insightful book." Robert Murphy, Senior Lecturer - Adult Nursing, London South Bank University, UK "The material covered is very helpful and the range of authors has been well selected from individuals who are active in clinical practice. The book is practical and clear, and Clair deserves high praise for the contribution it will make to clinicians seeking to improve their palliative care knowledge and skills." Professor Max Watson, Medical Director Northern Ireland Hospice, Visiting Professor University of Ulster, UK
Download or read book Assessment of Student Confidence in Providing End of life Care written by Kia D. Patterson and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this research is to examine the end-of-life education that is provided to undergraduate nursing students and how their confidence in providing end-of-life care compares to that of Master of Science of Occupational Therapy students. As the U.S. population ages, there will be an increasing need for end-of-life care outside of specialty facilities. Nurses spend more time at the bedside of patients than any other healthcare profession. Therefore, it is imperative that nurses are prepared with the prerequisite knowledge and skills required to deliver effective and compassionate end-of-life care. Despite an improvement in end-of-life care curriculum, the literature suggests that there are still gaps that exist in end-of-life education. A descriptive quantitative design was used to assess the confidence and preparedness of BSN and Master of Science Occupational Therapy students in providing end-of-life care. A survey tool was utilized. There were a total of 140 participants in the study. Of those participants 82 were senior-level BSN students and 58 were Master of Science Occupational Therapy students. The mean score for all participants was 68.74. The mean score for nursing students was 69.13 compared to a mean score of 68.53 for MSOT students. There was no significant difference found between the BSN and the MSOT students. The results of the study indicate that the level of confidence is similar in BSN and MSOT students. However, there were significant differences in confidence between the two groups in specific areas of end-of-life care." -- Page vi.
Download or read book Palliative Care in Nursing and Healthcare written by Michelle Brown and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2015-11-09 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book helps nursing and healthcare students to prepare for the challenges of working with the increasing number of patients requiring palliative care, so that they can work in partnership with patients and their carers, providing care that is compassionate, practical and backed up by the latest evidence. Delivering palliative care can be emotionally challenging and the book focuses on supporting healthcare staff, allowing them to provide the care that is needed. Key features include: * case studies in every chapter, helping students to practically work through difficult scenarios * reflective activities that assist readers in thinking critically about their care and how to improve it * a holistic approach to palliative care that includes family, carers and interprofessional work * up to date theory and policy. Palliative Care in Nursing and Healthcare is suitable for undergraduate nursing students and allied health students and practitioners. Michelle Brown is Senior Lecturer at the University of Derby.
Download or read book Final Moments written by Deborah Witt Sherman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-01-06 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What was it like the first time a nurse witnessed death? How do nurses cope with death when it becomes almost routine? What lessons can we learn from their experiences? Twenty-five nurses—from hospitals, private practices, and in home health care—tell about their experiences with death. Hear from people new to the field as well as those who have been in nursing for decades about how they deal with grief, the controversies about end-of-life decisions, the challenges of caring for people as they die, and the harrowing experience of telling their family members. Edited and introduced by a registered nurse, the book is a resource for both nurses and anyone who wants to better understands death and dying.
Download or read book The Future of Nursing written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2011-02-08 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Future of Nursing explores how nurses' roles, responsibilities, and education should change significantly to meet the increased demand for care that will be created by health care reform and to advance improvements in America's increasingly complex health system. At more than 3 million in number, nurses make up the single largest segment of the health care work force. They also spend the greatest amount of time in delivering patient care as a profession. Nurses therefore have valuable insights and unique abilities to contribute as partners with other health care professionals in improving the quality and safety of care as envisioned in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enacted this year. Nurses should be fully engaged with other health professionals and assume leadership roles in redesigning care in the United States. To ensure its members are well-prepared, the profession should institute residency training for nurses, increase the percentage of nurses who attain a bachelor's degree to 80 percent by 2020, and double the number who pursue doctorates. Furthermore, regulatory and institutional obstacles-including limits on nurses' scope of practice-should be removed so that the health system can reap the full benefit of nurses' training, skills, and knowledge in patient care. In this book, the Institute of Medicine makes recommendations for an action-oriented blueprint for the future of nursing.
