{
  "abstract": "Background The current undergraduate nursing curriculum offers limited exposure to end-of-life and palliative care, with approximately three hours of specific content spread over three years. This limited coverage could leave future healthcare professionals underprepared for the complexities of palliative care.Aims This project aims to address the gap in palliative care education by developing asynchronous learning activities. These activities are designed to be completed at the students’ own pace, complemented by classroom-based sessions to reinforce learning. The ultimate goal is to better equip the nursing workforce with the necessary skills and knowledge for end-of-life care.Methods Using a ‘SCALE UP’ approach (Beichner, Saul, Allain, et al. Introduction to SCALE-UP: Student-Centred Activities for Large Enrollment University Physics. 2000 Annual Conference. St Louis, Missouri, 18-21 June 2000. Association for Engineering Education), the asynchronous content includes a series of modules covering key aspects of palliative care, such as pain management, communication with patients and families, and ethical considerations. These modules are accessible online, allowing students to engage with the material flexibly. Interdisciplinary classroom-based activities, including case studies and debates, are integrated to enhance understanding and application of the content.Results Preliminary feedback from educators indicates a positive reception to the asynchronous format, appreciating the flexibility it offers. The content is not restricted to undergraduate nursing and can be undertaken by other courses such as paramedicine and occupational therapy. While the project is ongoing, early indicators suggest that this blended learning approach is effective in enhancing palliative care education.Conclusion The development of asynchronous learning activities, complemented by classroom-based reinforcement, addresses a critical gap in the undergraduate nursing curriculum. This approach not only provides a solid foundation in palliative care but also highlights the need for a well-prepared workforce capable of delivering high-quality end-of-life care. Future efforts will focus on refining the content and expanding its reach to ensure broader impact.",
  "authors": [
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "IHAP Department, School of Social Science, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Nicola Payne"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "IHAP Department, School of Social Science, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Sarah Deacon"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "IHAP Department, School of Social Science, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Caroline Everington"
    }
  ],
  "title": "P-225 How can we build the foundations for a good death? A scale up approach to end-of-life care in nursing education",
  "uid": "3c669fed-bac3-5726-96c2-8a239db53e42"
}