Comfort Measures

The focus will be on comfort measures for the terminally ill patient. There will be an emphasis placed on promoting a realistic independence for the client based on his/her support systems.

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Registration

Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    JUL 02-SEP 24

    Reference number
    CRN 30277
    Course fee$319.90

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    NOV 02-JAN 25

    Reference number
    CRN 11110
    Course fee$319.90

Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    Palliative Nursing: Improving End of Life Care

    by Shaun Kinghorn, Richard Gaines

    Publisher
    Elsevier Science
    Edition
    2ND
    ISBN9780702028168

    Note: RECOMMENDED ONLY

    Course CodeDU-CARE1587Registration CodeCF-OL429

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.