https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/10892682.pdf

Creating a therapeutic environment: A non-randomised controlled trial of a quiet time intervention for patients in acute care

Title. Nursing staff attitudes and behaviours regarding family presence in the hospital setting.

Aim.  This paper is a report of a study conducted to assess the attitudes and values of nursing staff towards family presence during routine nursing care.

Background.  Nursing staff attitudes are an important factor in the adoption of family-centred care for children, and for all ages in the emergency room, special care units, and anaesthesia induction and recovery. Little is documented about nurse attitudes and behaviours related to family presence during day-to-day routine nursing care.

Method.  In 2006, primary data were collected with a convenience sample of 89 nursing staff using an 18-item questionnaire developed by the authors and based on several family-centred care instruments in the literature. Items assessed attitude and nurse behaviours related to family presence during routine nursing care.

Findings.  Nurses’ attitudes and behaviours towards family presence during routine nursing care were generally favourable. There was low agreement about family members being allowed to visit whenever the patient wished. Nursing staff attitudes were consistent with their self-reported behaviours supporting family presence.

Conclusion.  Nursing staff who believe family presence is important are more likely to include families in daily care. The organization plays a key role in encouraging family-centred care by providing appropriate education and support to nursing staff.

Nursing staff attitudes and behaviours regarding family presence in the hospital setting

The purpose of this study was to understand the experiences of nurses who participate with families during resuscitation and invasive procedures in the hospital. Seventeen nurses in a large metropolitan area in the northeastern United States were interviewed about their thoughts and feelings about participating with families during these procedures. Conversations were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim for analysis. Transcripts were analyzed using van Manen's technique of isolating thematic statements. Four main themes were identified from the data: forging a connection, engaging the family, transition to acceptance, and a cautious approach.The experience of participating in family presence during resuscitation or invasive procedures can be a positive experience for the nurse by forging a connection with family.The experience for the nurse might include a transition to acceptance and a committed change in practice.

Family Presence During Resuscitation and Invasive Procedures: The Nurse Experience

Patient and Family Member Needs During the Perioperative Period

Social support in the post-abortion recovery room: evidence from patients, support persons and nurses in a Vancouver clinic

https://www.jopan.org/article/S1089-9472(97)90003-4/pdf

Ann Margaret Shaheen

Papers

Patient, visitor, and nurse evaluations of visitation for adult postanesthesia care unit patients