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Ultrasonographic Assessment During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Published on: October 24, 2020
Review of evidence about family presence during resuscitation
Sonya A Flanders1, Jessica H Strasen2
1Center for Learning Innovation and Practice, Baylor Scott & White Health, 2001 Bryan Street, Suite 600, Dallas, North Texas 75201, USA.
Abstract:
Family presence during resuscitation (FPDR) has not been implemented consistently as standard practice across health care settings despite the availability of supporting research and recommendations from professional organizations. Health care providers, patients, families, and the public have divergent attitudes about FPDR. Inconsistencies in if, when, and how FPDR is offered can lead to inequities in care. This article presents relevant research on attitudes about FPDR and interventions to help change practice. The authors also share their experience with a project to implement FPDR in a medical intensive care unit.
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