The nurse responds to a pediatric code in the emergency room. Upon arrival, the nurse finds the parents outside of the room, and they ask if they can go in. The best response the nurse can give is:
1. "Family is not allowed in the room during this type of situation. It is best for you to go to the waiting room.".
2. "You want to remember your child in happier times, not like this. Please wait here.".
3. "Yes, you may go on in, but stay out of everyone's way so that you do not make it worse.".
4. "Of course. I will go with you. Please do not touch anything until we know what is going on.".
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Feedback
1. The family should be escorted to a family room so that the child receives all of the care needed.
2. This may increase anxiety for the parents and should be avoided.
3. During a pediatric code situation, it is very important to provide for the safety of the patient's family
4. During a pediatric code situation, it is very important to provide for the safety of the patient's family. Always ensure that a staff member is assigned to be with the family during the entire code.
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