The Dynamics of Dying

Thursday, October 6, 2011: 10:15 AM-11:45 AM
Primary Presenter:
Barbara Karnes, RN
Area of Emphasis: Education
Learning Objectives:
1. Analyze the fear of death as it relates to our society
2. Identify signs of approaching death from disease
3. Understand that a process relates to dying from disease vs. dying by happenstance
This presentation is intended to offer guidelines for determining a terminal prognosis based on signs of approaching death vs. diagnosis. It is intended to offer a different perspective than the medical model.  Professionals can glean ideas and methods of addressing this difficult, threatening subject with their patients or clients.
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