Assessment and Management of Symptoms in Advanced Diseases (7MRSAC22)

Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care

Course Overview

This module reviews the epidemiology and pathophysiology of progressive incurable illnesses, which are relevant to specialists in palliative care. It then reviews the aetiology, mechanisms and management of common symptoms in palliative care leaving participants with the skills to assess and manage symptoms and appraise new therapies appropriate to their professional group. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions are considered.

10 November 2025 - 21 November 2025

Places: Course closed

Delivery mode: Hyflex

Application deadline: To be confirmed

Places: Course closed

Course features

Basic outline of the epidemiology of progressive incurable diseases; the biology and staging of cancer with particular emphasis on the most common malignancies.
Pathophysiological effects of progressive non-malignant diseases, including the clinical effects of dysfunction and failure of the major organs.
Relationships between pathological processes and prognosis.
Evidence based assessment and management of common symptoms
Role and contribution of different professions and disciplines in the management of symptoms.

elder person receiving medicine from nurse

Entry Requirements

This module is designed for individuals with a degree in medicine, nursing or dentistry or a 2:1 degree in life sciences or social sciences. Experience of working in palliative care or an associated area, eg clinical or social care research.