Module #1 Introduction to End-of-Life Care Ethics Overview of the importance of ethics in end-of-life care, course objectives, and key concepts.
Module #2 Defining Death and Dying Exploring the concept of death, dying, and the impact on individuals and society.
Module #3 Ethical Principles in End-of-Life Care Overview of key ethical principles, including autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice.
Module #4 Respect for Autonomy Understanding the importance of patient autonomy in end-of-life care decisions.
Module #5 Informed Consent and Advance Care Planning The role of informed consent and advance care planning in promoting patient autonomy.
Module #6 Ethical Considerations in Advance Care Planning Ethical considerations in creating advance care plans, including surrogate decision-making and cultural sensitivity.
Module #7 Palliative Care and Hospice Introduction to palliative care and hospice, including their roles in end-of-life care.
Module #8 Symptom Management and Pain Control Ethical considerations in symptom management and pain control, including the use of opioids and other medications.
Module #9 Withholding and Withdrawing Life-Sustaining Treatment Ethical considerations in withholding and withdrawing life-sustaining treatment, including nutrition and hydration.
Module #10 Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Orders Ethical considerations in DNR orders, including decision-making and communication.
Module #11 Ethical Considerations in Artificial Nutrition and Hydration Ethical considerations in artificial nutrition and hydration, including feeding tubes and total parenteral nutrition.
Module #12 Physician-Assisted Dying (PAD) Ethical considerations in PAD, including moral and legal implications.
Module #13 Cultural and Religious Diversity in End-of-Life Care Understanding cultural and religious diversity in end-of-life care, including cultural competency and sensitivity.
Module #14 Family Dynamics and Conflict in End-of-Life Care Navigating family dynamics and conflict in end-of-life care, including communication strategies and conflict resolution.
Module #15 Ethical Considerations in Pediatric End-of-Life Care Ethical considerations in pediatric end-of-life care, including issues related to minors and decision-making.
Module #16 Ethical Considerations in Geriatric End-of-Life Care Ethical considerations in geriatric end-of-life care, including issues related to aging and elder care.
Module #17 End-of-Life Care in Diverse Settings Ethical considerations in end-of-life care in diverse settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and home care.
Module #18 Ethical Considerations in Research Involving Dying Patients Ethical considerations in research involving dying patients, including informed consent and vulnerability.
Module #19 Ethical Considerations in Organ and Tissue Donation Ethical considerations in organ and tissue donation, including issues related to consent and allocation.
Module #20 Death and Dying in the Media Analyzing the portrayal of death and dying in the media, including its impact on societal attitudes and perceptions.
Module #21 Bereavement and Grief Understanding bereavement and grief, including the role of healthcare professionals in providing support.
Module #22 Ethical Considerations in End-of-Life Care Policy Analyzing the ethical implications of end-of-life care policy, including healthcare reform and legislation.
Module #23 International Perspectives on End-of-Life Care Ethics Examining international perspectives on end-of-life care ethics, including cultural and legal differences.
Module #24 Future Directions in End-of-Life Care Ethics Exploring future directions in end-of-life care ethics, including emerging issues and trends.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in End-of-Life Care Ethics career
