Caring for People with IDD at End of Life

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

Before You Begin

Facing the Dying Process

Exposure to Death

Your Role

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Cultural Differences

The Impact of Culture

Cultural Competency at End of Life

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Relationships

Importance of Connection

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Planning Ahead

Advance Care Planning

Palliative Care

Hospice Care

End-of-Life Decisions

Advance Directives

Your Role

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 5: Pain

Pain at End of Life

Medication

Repositioning

Loved Ones

Meet Charles

Emotional Pain

Spiritual Pain

Financial Pain

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 6: Symptoms and Supportive Interventions

Symptoms and Interventions at End of Life

Shortness of Breath

Dry Skin

Decreased Appetite

Changes in Bowel and Bladder

Fluctuating Body Temperature

Agitation and Confusion

Skin Color Changes

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 7: Grief Support

Types of Grief

Physical

Emotional

Social

Spiritual

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 8: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.