How can you best support W.V. and his family during this time?
What will be an ideal response?
• Establish and maintain open communication; encourage W.V. and his family to ask questions; give
straightforward, easily understood answers to all questions.
• Offer support and assistance; make certain they have all important information in writing.
• Because W.V. will always live with the possibility of rejection, it is helpful for him to talk about
feelings and explore ways to deal with them.
• Some patients find comfort in a support group of people who have had similar experiences.
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