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Table 2 The split within the syllabus in the undergraduate curriculum of palliative medicine according to the recommendation by the EAPC and in the University of Tampere

From: Undergraduate curriculum in palliative medicine at Tampere University increases students’ knowledge

Recommendation by EAPC Syllabusa

Recommendation by EAPC Hours (% of total)

University of Tampere Hours (% of total)

Basics of palliative care

2 (5)

4.25 (8)

Pain and symptom management

20 (50)

30 (56)

Psychosocial and spiritual aspects

8 (20)

3 (6)

Ethical and legal issues

2 (5)

6.75 (12)b

Communication

6 (15)

9.5 (18)

Teamwork and self-reflection

2 (5)

0 (0)

Total

40

53.5

  1. EAPC: European Association for Palliative Care; aSee ref. number 13 for detailed information; b3.75 h since year 2014