Journal of Radiology Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 1 , Pages 16-18, March 2006

Policy Development Plan for the Concept of Family Presence in the Johns Hopkins Department of Radiology: A Patient Safety Initiative

  • H. Douglas White, MS, RN

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H. Douglas White, MS, RN, currently works in the Department of Radiology at Johns Hopkins Hospital

Abstract 

The concept of family presence (FP) during invasive procedures and resuscitations is of potential benefit to the patient, family, and institution. Yet many health care institutions do not have an FP policy in place. The two greatest arguments for effective and well-placed policies are that they enhance patient safety and protect health care professionals and institutions from liability.

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PII: S1546-0843(06)00007-1

doi:10.1016/j.jradnu.2005.12.002

Journal of Radiology Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 1 , Pages 16-18, March 2006

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