End of life care core competences and principles
End of life care incorporates all elements of the daily life of a person nearing the end of their life.
During the course of a working life many people who aren’t end of life care specialists will at find themselves supporting an individual who is in the final stages of their life. It’s important that they are prepared and able to make a positive contribution when it is needed.
The principles and competences outlined in this document form a common foundation for everyone whose work includes care and support for people nearing and reaching the end of their lives, whether their primary involvement is health or social care and support-related.
The core competences and principles cover:
- communication skills
- assessment
- advance care planning
- symptom management, comfort and well being
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