Providing Person-Centred Palliative Care

Differentiate between palliative care and end-of-life care by locating each on the care continuum and describing their purpose and timing.

Identify the core principles and components of high-quality palliative care, including physical, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual support for both individuals and supporters.

Select and apply person-centred palliative care practices through effective communication, advocacy, coordination of care and culturally safe approaches in scenarios.

Evaluate and apply the National Palliative Care Standards and strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards in planning and delivering palliative care across home, residential and acute settings to uphold comfort, dignity and respect for individuals and supporters.