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Unit 201 Understand how to work in end of life care
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Unit Information
- UAN: A/503/8085
- Level: Level 2
- Credit Value: 3
- GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 28
- Aim: To assess the learner’s knowledge and understanding when beginning to work in end of life care.
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
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Learning Outcome 1: Know Different Perspectives on Death and Dying
- 1.1 outline the factors that can affect an individual’s views on death and dying
- 1.2 outline the factors that can affect own views on death and dying
- 1.3 outline how the factors relating to views on death and dying can impact on practice
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- 1.4 define how attitudes of others may influence an individual’s choices around death and dying
Learning Outcome 2: Understand the Aims, Principles, and Policies of End of Life Care
- 2.1 explain the aims and principles of end of life care
- 2.2 explain why it is important to support an individual in a way that promotes their dignity
- 2.4 explain the stages of the local end of life care pathway
- 2.5 describe the principles of advance care planning
- 2.6 define local and national policy and guidance for care after death
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- 2.3 describe the importance of maintaining comfort and well being in end of life care
Learning Outcome 3: Understand Factors Regarding Communication in End of Life Care
- 3.1 explain how an individual’s priorities and the ability to communicate may vary over time
- 3.3 describe how you might respond to difficult questions from individuals and others
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- 3.2 explain your role in responding to key questions and cues from individuals and others regarding their end of life experience
- 3.4 outline strategies to manage emotional responses from individuals and others
- 3.5 explain the importance of sharing appropriate information according to the principles and local policy on confidentiality and data protection.
Learning Outcome 4: Know How to Access the Range of Support Services Available to Individuals and Others
- 4.1 identify the range of support services and facilities available to an individual and others
- 4.2 identify the key people who may be involved within a multidisciplinary end of life care team
- 4.3 identify the potential barriers an individual may face when accessing end of life care
- 4.4 suggest ways to minimise the barriers an individual may face when accessing end of life care
