About this module

Welcome to this interactive learning module exploring the vital role of allied health in supporting people living with serious illness.

Each scenario includes:

  • A brief snapshot of a care situation
  • Examples of different allied health interventions in palliative care
  • A curated list of CareSearch resources to guide you to useful supporting information.

A short quiz at the end allows you to test your understanding of CareSearch resources.

You can also download a certificate of completion for your professional portfolio.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Recognise the contributions of allied health professionals in supporting people receiving palliative care and their families.
  • Identify common palliative care clinical issues such as breathlessness, fatigue, nutritional decline, and emotional distress.
  • Locate relevant information and resources to support care delivery, including tools for patient education, carer support, and professional wellbeing.
  • Reflect on the importance of tailoring care to individual needs, values, and cultural contexts, especially in community and aged care settings..

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CareSearch evidence-based resources

To support your clinical response and your own learning, CareSearch offers evidence-based resources for this learning module.

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Here you will learn:

  • How to define the search terms
  • What type of evidence sources are appropriate to answer your question
  • Where to look for the evidence
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