Integrative Therapies in Hospice and Palliative Care Program

• • Identify the differences between the term “alternative”, “complementary” and “integrative” in health care.
  • Describe how integrative therapies can contribute to a holistic, multidimensional approach to PC.
  • Explain key factors in the evaluation of scientific evidence on use of integrative therapies in PC.
  • Identify the major uses of acupuncture in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of acupuncture on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked how acupuncture works and what outcomes or benefits, they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major uses of aromatherapy in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of aromatherapy on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how aromatherapy works and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major types of biofield therapies commonly used in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of biofield therapies on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how biofield therapies work and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major uses of expressive arts in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of expressive arts interventions on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how expressive arts interventions work and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major types of massage therapy and touch interventions commonly used in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of massage therapy and touch interventions on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how massage therapy and touch interventions work and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major uses of mind-body and contemplative approaches in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of mind-body and contemplative approaches on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how mind-body and contemplative approaches work and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify the major uses of movement approaches in palliative care.
  • Summarize the evidence of the effects of movement approaches on symptoms commonly seen in palliative care.
  • Explain to patients or family members when asked, how movement approaches work and what outcomes or benefits they can realistically expect.
  • Identify organizational challenges to the implementation of integrative therapies programs in PC settings.
  • Identify organizational facilitators of the implementation of integrative therapies programs in PC settings.

1. 1. • Introduction to Integrative Palliative Care
      • Acupuncture
      • Aromatherapy
      • Biofield Therapies
      • Expressive Arts
      • Massage and Touch Interventions
      • Mind-Body and Contemplative Therapies
      • Movement-Based Therapies
      • Transforming the Culture of Care

To receive CE/CME credit, each participant must complete each module in sequence; partial CE/CME credit is not available. Each participant must watch all module videos, review the references and resources provided, evaluate the overall course, and request CE/CME before the expiration of their registration.

Available Credit

• • • 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    • 9 Interprofessional Continuing Education credit
    • 9 Nurse Contact Hours

Joint Accreditation IPCE Credit Statement

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 9 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

 CNE Credit Designation Statement

NHPCO designates this enduring material for a 9 nursing contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the contact hours commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 CME Credit Designation Statement

NHPCO designates this enduring material for a 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Certificate of Participation for Non-physician Healthcare Professionals: For participants* whose disciplines are other those above may request a Certificate of Participation for Non-physician Healthcare Professionals to submit to your accrediting bodies/licensing boards for continuing education credit. This certificate will indicate this activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. It is the responsibility of participants to submit the certificates to their accrediting bodies/licensing boards for approval. Unfortunately, NHPCO cannot guarantee its acceptance. To receive this certificate, you must complete all CE/CME requirements and indicate your desire to receive this certificate on the evaluation form.

Rate for Full Program: Member $499 Non-Member $599

Rate per module: Member $60 Non-Member $100

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