This session covers the practicalities of setting up and managing a syringe driver. It goes on to consider evidence-based practice concerning common medications and decision making when using syringe drivers. […]
Our new series will introduce the concept of palliative care emergencies and the importance of prompt, effective responses by HCPs. We will go on to consider pathophysiology, identification and treatment […]
This interactive session prepares qualified nurses to undertake the extended role of verification of expected death. It meets the requirements set by NMC/RCN/Hospice UK as well as ensuring that staff […]
This session draws on the up-to-date evidence base to enable attendees to refresh their understanding of the indications and cautions when prescribing syringe drivers. It goes on to apply pharmacological […]
Preparing qualified nurses to undertake this extended role, this interactive session meets the requirements set out by NMC/RCN/Together for Short Lives. It further ensures that staff are up to date […]
This NMP update session explores the safe and effective prescribing of transdermal analgesia in palliative care. It will review key prescribing considerations, including choice of preparation, dose conversion, initiation and […]
This session covers the practicalities of setting up and managing a syringe driver. It goes on to consider evidence-based practice concerning common medications and decision making when using syringe drivers. […]
This session focuses on the recognition and management of superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO) as a palliative care emergency. It will cover clinical presentation, assessment, immediate management, treatment options and […]