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Palliative Care Emergencies


Course Content

To manage palliative care emergencies of Malignant Spinal Cord Compression, Superior Vena Cava Obstruction, Haemorrhage, Hypercalcaemia.

  • Have a clear understanding of the overall management of the palliative care emergencies

  • Recognise the signs and symptoms of the palliative care emergencies

  • Recommend the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for each palliative care emergency

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Key details

Course duration: 3 hours

Cost: This course is free for all health and social care professionals employed by Manx Care.

Dates & times: 7th October at 9:30am

Location: Hospice Isle of Man

Drinks and lunch can be bought from our onsite coffee shop, Elaine’s Café.

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