Introduction to the CARES tool
History of caring for the dying
Goals and objectives when caring for the dying
Establishing care of the dying as an acute event
Identifying most common symptom management needs of the dying
CARES tool: organization and considerations
Comfort
Airway
Restlessness and delirium
Emotional and spiritual care
Self-care
Foundational nursing theories
Importance of advocacy
Achieving compassionate communication
Promoting a peaceful death
Case studies
Changing a culture
Translating current literature into evidence-based practice: the role of the DNP
A nursing model for care of the dying
Versions and influence of the CARES tool
Preserving hope
Knowledge translation for effecting practice change / Margaret Fitch
Leading change : stories and perspectives / Tracey Das Gupta
Summary of Steven's peaceful death
Recommended learning resources for care of the dying.