1. Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will:

• Understand the role of the healthcare provider as patient advocate on the palliative journey
• Become acquainted with the broad range of approaches to death and dying in Ontario’s multicultural society
• Understand the benefits patients gain from palliative care services at the end of life
• Reflect on your own feelings and beliefs about dying and death
• Consider the range of emotions that patients and their loved ones can experience on the palliative journey, and learn how to navigate conflicting goals and desires
• Recognize key features of legislation regarding medical assistance in dying