families participating in am rounds

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We are looking to involve families in our a.m. rounds. Our unit mostly has an open layout with bed spaces being in close proximity to one another. We are looking for ways families can participate in rounds while maintaining their privacy. The group that rounds is multidisciplinary and includes up to 20 people at times... so simply speaking very quietly isn't an option. We desperately need some feedback from others who have made this change! Do a large number of parents actually come and participate in this? How do you handle the privacy issue? What do you wish you had known when you were just starting this process? Thanks in advance for any input!!! We are really looking to benefit from other units' experiences!!

[spacey]

I heard the powers that be were thinking about headphones....and it seemed so weird and awkward....that's part of what prompted me to start the thread. :) I guess that IS how some places handle it.... :/ I am hoping to come up with some alternatives before they make a firm decision! Thanks for the input!