Presenter
Dr Jacqui Duc
Palliative Care Specialist MBBS BMedSci BA FRACP FAChPM
WNSWLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team (Dubbo hub)
Supported by
Dr Jessica Yabsley
GP, VMO (MBBS BHumNut MNutriDiet FACRRM)
Warrumbungle Medical Centre
WNSW LHD District Specialist Palliative Care Team
Tamara Hollman, Palliative Care, Clinical Nurse Consultant
Cody Merritt, Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
Rachelle Lee, Dietitian
Edwina Doherty, Occupational Therapist
This session will support local GPs and health professionals to better understand the challenges of providing shared end-of-life care and develop practical approaches to managing refractory symptoms. Topics will include symptom management when patients are unable to take medications orally, as well as the management of nausea, vomiting and agitation at the end-of-life.
Through a case-based discussion, participants will reflect on their own experiences of caring for patients approaching end-of-life and explore strategies for navigating challenges related to prescribing, communication and shared care. The session will also highlight how the local District Specialist Palliative Care Service can provide remote support when symptom management becomes complex.
Program
6.15pm Registration, Nibblies and Networking
6.55pm Welcome, Acknowledgement of Country & Introductions
7.00pm Case study
7.15pm Didactic education session
8.15pm Interactive discussion/Q&A
8.30pm Evaluation and Close
Learning Outcomes
Discuss evidence-based symptom management approaches for patients experiencing refractory or complex palliative care symptoms
Describe the structure and referral pathways of the local District Specialist Palliative Care Service, including after-hours support and advice
Recognise the unique challenges that may arise when caring for a patient or family member with a medical background
