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August 2022
Palliative Care Tasmania | National Dietetic Webinar – Nutrition and Palliative Care
Food is associated with maintenance of health and life, expressions of love and the celebration of important events. The inability or loss of desire to eat and drink can be perceived by the person and family as an indication that the illness is progressing and can induce feelings of anxiety, frustration and loss. Questions around a person’s weight, food intake and nutritional supplements can dominate the caring agenda and need to be addressed directly and sensitively. This presentation discusses the…
Find out more »September 2022
Eastern Palliative Care | Introduction to Palliative Care for PCAs
Introduction To Palliative Care & Palliative Approach For Personal Care Attendants Registrations close September 7, 2022 This course provides Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) working in aged care facilities, disability or other community care providers, with an introduction to palliative care. It explores the comprehensive needs of people at the end of life and their families, and gives an overview of some common issues that confront clients and carers on a day-to-day basis. The course incorporates guidelines for a palliative…
Find out more »November 2022
Palliative Care Tasmania | National Dietetic Webinar – Nutrition and Palliative Care
Food is associated with maintenance of health and life, expressions of love and the celebration of important events. The inability or loss of desire to eat and drink can be perceived by the person and family as an indication that the illness is progressing and can induce feelings of anxiety, frustration and loss. Questions around a person’s weight, food intake and nutritional supplements can dominate the caring agenda and need to be addressed directly and sensitively. This presentation discusses the…
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