May 30, 2026  
2025-2026 University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 University Catalog

NRS 442 Advanced Topics in Palliative and End of Life Nursing Care


Credits: 5
This course equips students with the information and skills needed to provide high-quality palliative and end of life care across diverse practice settings, addressing the assessment and management of contemporary challenges in palliative care. The course delves deeply into the impact of chronic and end-stage disease processes on individuals across various developmental stages and prepares students to assess and address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients and families, navigate complex ethical and legal issues, and collaborate effectively in interprofessional teams. Additionally, students will be able to provide culturally sensitive care, promote clear communication, and uphold the philosophy and principles of hospice and palliative care across diverse healthcare settings.

Graded: A-F
May be taken only once for credit