2021-2022 Academic Catalog

PSY 4170 Hospice Care

Provide multidiscipline approach to in-home palliative care & pain control for terminally ill. Encompasses nursing, social work, pastoral care, volunteers, home health aides and bereavement services Focus is holistic, addressing medical, psychosocial & spiritual needs of patients/families. Participate in home visits w/ the disciplines, attend lectures/observe output visits.

This rotation allows 1 (one) student/rotation, with some rotations not being available.

*Students must confirm enrollment with Psychiatry Course Coordinators (psychiatrycourses@usuhs.edu) to assure availability.

Credits

4

Offered

Montgomery Hospice -MD