Many family members may experience uncertainty and fear when it comes to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) of a loved one. Families may desire to be present during resuscitation, while health care providers (HCP) may face a dilemma in allowing family presence during resuscitation (FPDR). FPDR consists of family members in close proximity to loved ones during physical efforts to preserve life (Leske, McAndrew, & Brasel, 2013). Research has been conducted to better understand the significance of FPDR and to identify factors that may influence whether it is acceptable in care. The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of FPDR and examine the implications for nursing practice.
Literature Review
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Firstly, family member’s experience and beliefs concerning FPDR emerged as a common theme throughout literature. Family members expressed that being presence during resuscitation was for emotional and spiritual support, whereas HCP purpose was for physical care of the patient (Leske, McAndrew, & Brasel, 2013). FPDR facilitates an opportunity for families to offer vital information to HCP, be present with the family member at the time of death, and to assist with the grieving process. As a result, the family members were able to develop a clear understanding of the patient’s condition, appreciate resuscitation efforts, establish trust in HCP, and value professionalism and teamwork skills (Oman, Duran, Denver, 2010). A second theme that arose in the literature was HCP’ perspectives and concerns regarding FPDR. HCP’ felt that having FPDR may increase stress and pressure on staff, impair team communication, interfere with CPR, family members may misinterpret resuscitation activities, and the experience may be traumatic for families (Kosowan & Jensen 2011). Furthermore, the literature differed in regards to nurses and physicians’ beliefs concerning FPDR. Oman, Duran, and Denver (2010) revealed that in general, nurses generated a positive belief towards FPDR than physicians. Results …show more content…
Review of literature suggests that there is potential to achieve assurance with FPDR though adequate support, education, and professional development in practice. Therefore, decreasing barriers and paying attention to details may support approval of FPDR among HCP and create success in nursing practice, family centered care, and patient
Literature Review
In efforts to gain access to relevant …show more content…
Firstly, family member’s experience and beliefs concerning FPDR emerged as a common theme throughout literature. Family members expressed that being presence during resuscitation was for emotional and spiritual support, whereas HCP purpose was for physical care of the patient (Leske, McAndrew, & Brasel, 2013). FPDR facilitates an opportunity for families to offer vital information to HCP, be present with the family member at the time of death, and to assist with the grieving process. As a result, the family members were able to develop a clear understanding of the patient’s condition, appreciate resuscitation efforts, establish trust in HCP, and value professionalism and teamwork skills (Oman, Duran, Denver, 2010). A second theme that arose in the literature was HCP’ perspectives and concerns regarding FPDR. HCP’ felt that having FPDR may increase stress and pressure on staff, impair team communication, interfere with CPR, family members may misinterpret resuscitation activities, and the experience may be traumatic for families (Kosowan & Jensen 2011). Furthermore, the literature differed in regards to nurses and physicians’ beliefs concerning FPDR. Oman, Duran, and Denver (2010) revealed that in general, nurses generated a positive belief towards FPDR than physicians. Results …show more content…
Review of literature suggests that there is potential to achieve assurance with FPDR though adequate support, education, and professional development in practice. Therefore, decreasing barriers and paying attention to details may support approval of FPDR among HCP and create success in nursing practice, family centered care, and patient