GERONT X011 - Gerontology - Ethics & End-of-Life Care
End-of-life care and long-term care each provide numerous opportunities for ethical dilemmas to arise during the course of each day. The two of them combined can create a dynamic environment in which ethical boundaries blur and decision-making can become confusing. For instance, a client's dementia may complicate end of life care decision-making, especially in the absence of family who may live far away. This course will review basic ethical principles, professional codes of conduct, and patient bills of rights that affect the care that is given to clients across all care settings. Steps designed to help you work through ethical dilemmas will be outlined and measures to improve ethical practices where you work will be recommended.
Delivery Options
Online Self-Paced: A course that is available fully online with no scheduled class sessions or fixed due dates. You can start coursework at any time and work through the material independently at your own pace.
Time to Completion
This module is projected to take approximately 1 hour to complete.
Course Completion Requirements
Successful completion of this course requires earning a score of at least 99% on required assessments.
Technology Requirements
- Reliable internet connection
- Computer, laptop, or tablet capable of accessing online course materials
- Ability to stream video and interactive content
- Recommended browsers: Google Chrome or Firefox
What You’ll Learn
Participants who complete this module will be able to:
- Identify basic ethical principles which should determine the basis of all care provided in your program.
- Use Patient Bills of Rights and Professional Codes of Conduct to inform professional behavior.
- List the procedural steps to be taken when facing an ethical dilemma.
- Outline the value behind institutional ethics committees.
- Resolve the Ethics & End-Of-Life Care case study.
What You’ll Earn
- Certificate of Completion from Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Additional Information
This course uses H5P to provide interactive course content to learners in the form of interactive videos, interactive presentations, and more. If you require assistance in or experience difficulties completing assignments that use H5P, please contact the COM Digital Accessibility Coordinator (DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu). Accommodation and assistance will be arranged for you as appropriate free from penalty.
Contact Us
For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.
For questions about course details email Sarah Dove.