Palliative Care Consult Team
- Rotation length: 1 month
- Location: Swedish Medical Center – First Hill
- Contact: Greg Malone, MA, Mdiv, BCC gregory.malone@swedish.org
- Evaluation: written competency-based evaluation.
Practical Details:
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Rotation Goals and Objectives:
Patient Care
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Participate in consultations and care conferences with the Swedish Palliative Care team.
Medical knowledge
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Acquire knowledge and tools for end of life prognostication.
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Develop skills in symptom management for palliation.
Practice-based learning and improvement
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Learn how an inpatient palliative care team can contribute to the care of a hospitalized patient.
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Recognize patients appropriate for referral to Palliative Care.
Interpersonal and communication skills
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Communicate sensitively and professionally with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Systems-based practice
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Recognize the essential role of spiritual care, behavioral health, and social work in the care of the dying patient.