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Family Presence and Support During Resuscitation
1Heart and Vascular Center Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Yale New Haven Hospital, 20 York Street, New Haven, CT 06510, USA.
Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North America
|August 3, 2021
Summary
Family presence during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (FPDR) allows interested, screened family members to be present during a loved one's resuscitation. This evidence-based practice requires ethical adherence, patient-centered care, and a dedicated facilitator for successful implementation.
Area of Science:
- Critical Care Medicine
- Patient and Family-Centered Care
- Bioethics
Background:
- Family presence during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (FPDR) is an established evidence-based practice.
- Implementing FPDR requires careful consideration of ethical principles and patient/family-centered care.
- FPDR offers support to families during a critical end-of-life event.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the essential components for implementing and guiding family presence during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- To emphasize the importance of ethical considerations and patient-centered care in FPDR.
- To provide a framework for healthcare teams to support families during resuscitation events.
Main Methods:
- Adherence to ethical principles and patient/family-centered care concepts.
- Offering FPDR as an option for interested and appropriately screened family members.
- Utilizing a family facilitator to support family presence during resuscitation.
Main Results:
- FPDR is a viable option for families during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Successful FPDR implementation relies on specific essential components.
- A structured approach is necessary for integrating FPDR into hospital practice.
Conclusions:
- Developing a clear FPDR policy is crucial for consistent practice.
- Educating the healthcare team on FPDR protocols and family support is essential.
- Establishing evaluation methods ensures the effectiveness and refinement of FPDR practices.
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