Family presence is encouraged during resuscitation and invasive procedures. The nurse knows that nurses are often reluctant to allow this to occur, yet families often perceive benefits
Which findings have been reported in the literature? (Select all that apply.) a. Families benefit by witnessing that everything possible was done.
b. Families report reduced anxiety and fear about what is being done to the patient.
c. Presence encourages family members to seek litigation for improper care.
d. Presence reduces nurses' involvement in explaining things to the family.
A, B
Families benefit from witnessing procedures and resuscitation. Being present helps family members to remove doubt about the condition, witness that everything was done, and decrease anxiety about what is occurring. Increased litigation has not been associated with family presence. Policies and procedures are needed to facilitate family presence. A facilitator is needed, and it may initially require more nursing involvement. It does not eliminate nurses' responsibility for communicating with the family.
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