HUMN 263 - Death and Dying

Institution:

University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

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Description:

(3 Hrs) Examines current attitudes toward death and dying. Explores the grieving process from the point of view of the patient across the lifespan and the patient's family. Explores the impact of cultural differences on death and dying. Presents the ethical principles involved in problem solving moral issues for patients, families and healthcare professionals. Analyzes current ethical dilemmas related to death and dying. Explores spiritual support for the dying patient and the patient' s family. Examines how different Christian and non-Christian religions view death and the afterlife. Investigates interdisciplinary care by caregivers. Fall, Spring Recommended Background: Permission of Instructor

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sf.edu

Phone Number:

(260) 399-7700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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