Code situation

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I am submitting this topic for discussion for my nursing class. One of the big debates that is a new up and coming thing that I found out about recently is the issue of whether or not to let family be present in the room during a code situation or whether to force them to be in the waiting room. One of the arguments that I have heard is family members want to have every last moment with their family members. I can see why there would be support against it or for it. I just want to know what everyone thinks about this topic. I am especially curious to hear personal experiences that have to do with this.

Thank you :)

Specializes in Emergency.

Not a new concept. We ask the family if they want to stay and if yes, an experienced rn is with them the entire time. That rn explains what is being done & why.

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I agree with what emtb2rn said, I think if 1or 2 family members want to stay during a code, the family can stay with an experienced RN few feet away from the action center in order to avoid any interference with the code team.

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Specializes in Emergency/Cath Lab.

My parents were present at mine, it is the least I can do to return the favor.

Stand out of the way though and let us work is my only caveat.

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