From Theory to Treatment- Knowledge Updates for Specialist Palliative Care Community Services 21st May 2026

^{From Theory to Treatment-Knowledge Updates for Specialist Palliative Care Community Services}

Eligibility: Registered nurses involved in the care of patients receiving specialist palliative care.

^{Date: May 21st, 2026}

^{Time: 08.30-16.00}

^{Cost: 90 euros}

^{Location: Classroom Based: Milford Care Centre, Limerick}

^{Aim: The aim of this course is to provide nurses working within specialist palliative care with an opportunity to expand their knowledge on a range of topics. The day will provide an opportunity to reflect on and explore aspects of practice with others working in the specialty. This course will be delivered by a variety of different healthcare professionals including Medicine, Pharmacy and Clinical Nurse Specialists in Motor Neurone Disease, Oncology and Pain Management.}

^{On completion of the course the nurse will:}

• ^{Describe the role of steroids in practice, including their use for symptom relief and potential complications.}
• ^{Examine the causes and presentation of bowel obstruction in palliative care and explain the rationale for management choices.}
• ^{Appraise the care of a patient with Motor Neurone Disease.}
• ^{Discuss the role of immunotherapy and describe the management of side effects.}
• ^{Describe autogenic training and its application in practice.}

^{Accreditation: 6 Continuing Professional Development Hours (CPD) as per An Bord     Altranais guidelines.}