Family meeting in the hospital
A family meeting in the hospital is a meeting that involves the patient and their family members or loved ones, as well as the healthcare team. It is an opportunity for the healthcare team to provide information about the patient’s condition, treatment plan, and prognosis, and for the patient and their family to ask questions and express any concerns they may have.
Here are a few things that a patient should know about family meetings in the hospital:
- The purpose of the meeting is to provide information and support: The healthcare team wants to ensure that the patient and their family have all the information they need to understand the patient’s condition and treatment plan, and to feel supported during this difficult time.
- The patient’s involvement is important: The patient should be an active participant in the family meeting. It is important for the patient to speak up and share their thoughts and concerns.
- It is okay to bring a list of questions: It is normal to have many questions during this time, and it can be helpful to bring a list of questions to the family meeting. This will ensure that all of your questions are addressed.
- It is okay to ask for additional support: If the patient or their family members feel overwhelmed or need additional support, it is important to speak up and ask for help. The healthcare team can provide resources and support to help during this time.
- Follow-up meetings may be scheduled: Depending on the patient’s condition and treatment plan, additional family meetings may be scheduled. These meetings can be an opportunity to update the patient and their family on any changes in the patient’s condition and to address any new concerns or questions that may have arisen.
