Which, if any, of the following is not an example of family-centered care within palliative care?
1. The child's parents are not invited to participate in medical rounds.
2. Educating the family on the child's pain assessment and pain care to allow them to assist in keeping the child comfortable.
3. Asking the family to help with daily patient care, such as bathing and positioning when appropriate.
4. Choices 2 and 3
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1. A child's family should participate in palliative care planning.
2. Family education is an important part of family-centered care.
3. Family involvement in daily care is an example of family-centered care.
4. Parents/guardians should be encouraged, but not required, to participate in medical rounds, nursing shift changes, patient care, and pain assessment at all times during palliative care.
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