Which of the following are considerations when making the decision to allow family at the bedside during resuscitation efforts? (Select all that apply.)
a. The patient's wishes
b. Experience of the staff
c. The family's need to participate in all aspects of the patient's care
d. State regulatory issues
e. Seeing the resuscitation may confirm the impact of decisions made or delayed
A, B, C, E
The decision to allow family members at the bedside during resuscitative efforts should be made by the family and caregivers and be based on needs and experiences. The family may become more aware of what is involved in decisions if they are present during procedures or resuscitative attempts. Seeing the steps of resuscitation may make clearer the impact of decisions made or delayed.
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